CAMHS ADHD Assessor
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CAMHS Professionals are specialist mental health recruiters, and we're always on the lookout for experienced CAMHS ADHD Assessors from a nursing background to join our UK-wide network on a contract basis. If you've got the skills to assess, diagnose support, and change outcomes for children with ADHD — we've got the contracts.
What the role actually looks like
CAMHS outpatient and community services
Tier 3 ADHD assessment clinics
Neurodevelopmental services
Early intervention and specialist ADHD pathways
Inpatient units where ADHD assessment is part of the broader care pathway
Day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Conducting comprehensive ADHD assessments for children and young people using recognised rating scales and clinical interview frameworks
Gathering multi-informant information from parents, carers, schools, and other professionals
Interpreting assessment data and contributing to diagnostic formulations within the MDT
Liaising with psychiatrists and clinical leads around diagnostic decisions and prescribing pathways
Providing detailed written assessment reports to agreed standards and timescales
Delivering psychoeducation to young people and their families following assessment
Supporting post-diagnostic care pathways including medication monitoring and review
Maintaining accurate, contemporaneous clinical documentation
Contributing to MDT meetings, clinical supervision, and service development
What we need from you
Essential:
Active NMC registration (Mental Health or Children's nursing)
Demonstrable experience conducting ADHD assessments in a CAMHS or neurodevelopmental setting
Competency in using recognised ADHD assessment tools (e.g. Conners, SNAP-IV, DIVA, MHS tools)
Strong report writing skills and ability to present complex clinical information clearly
Working knowledge of NICE guidelines on ADHD in children and young people
Desirable (but not always required):
Experience across both ADHD and co-occurring neurodevelopmental presentations (e.g. ASD, DCD, anxiety)
Training or competency in cognitive assessment tools
Experience providing post-diagnostic support, psychoeducation groups, or medication management clinics
Supervisory or mentorship experience within a CAMHS setting
What you'll get from us:
Contract rates that are genuinely competitive
Flexible contract lengths
One dedicated consultant who specialises in your field
Fast, hassle-free compliance and onboarding
Access to contracts not advertised on the general job boards
Real ongoing support throughout your placement
Already assessing ADHD in CAMHS and want to explore your contract options?
Apply here or message us directly. No hard sell, just an honest conversation.
CAMHS Professionals | Specialist Mental Health Recruitment | Always Hiring
CAMHS Professionals are specialist mental health recruiters, and we're always on the lookout for experienced CAMHS ADHD Assessors from a nursing background to join our UK-wide network on a contract basis. If you've got the skills to assess, diagnose support, and change outcomes for children with ADHD — we've got the contracts.
What the role actually looks like
CAMHS outpatient and community services
Tier 3 ADHD assessment clinics
Neurodevelopmental services
Early intervention and specialist ADHD pathways
Inpatient units where ADHD assessment is part of the broader care pathway
Day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Conducting comprehensive ADHD assessments for children and young people using recognised rating scales and clinical interview frameworks
Gathering multi-informant information from parents, carers, schools, and other professionals
Interpreting assessment data and contributing to diagnostic formulations within the MDT
Liaising with psychiatrists and clinical leads around diagnostic decisions and prescribing pathways
Providing detailed written assessment reports to agreed standards and timescales
Delivering psychoeducation to young people and their families following assessment
Supporting post-diagnostic care pathways including medication monitoring and review
Maintaining accurate, contemporaneous clinical documentation
Contributing to MDT meetings, clinical supervision, and service development
What we need from you
Essential:
Active NMC registration (Mental Health or Children's nursing)
Demonstrable experience conducting ADHD assessments in a CAMHS or neurodevelopmental setting
Competency in using recognised ADHD assessment tools (e.g. Conners, SNAP-IV, DIVA, MHS tools)
Strong report writing skills and ability to present complex clinical information clearly
Working knowledge of NICE guidelines on ADHD in children and young people
Desirable (but not always required):
Experience across both ADHD and co-occurring neurodevelopmental presentations (e.g. ASD, DCD, anxiety)
Training or competency in cognitive assessment tools
Experience providing post-diagnostic support, psychoeducation groups, or medication management clinics
Supervisory or mentorship experience within a CAMHS setting
What you'll get from us:
Contract rates that are genuinely competitive
Flexible contract lengths
One dedicated consultant who specialises in your field
Fast, hassle-free compliance and onboarding
Access to contracts not advertised on the general job boards
Real ongoing support throughout your placement
Already assessing ADHD in CAMHS and want to explore your contract options?
Apply here or message us directly. No hard sell, just an honest conversation.
CAMHS Professionals | Specialist Mental Health Recruitment | Always Hiring