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Specialist Autism & Neurodevelopmental Service Children & Young People £110,000 – £130,000 DOE

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team in Cambridgeshire, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions for children and young people aged 2–16 presenting with social communication difficulties, autism, ADHD, anxiety, anger, and related neurodevelopmental or emotional needs.

? Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments using tools such as ADI-R, ADOS, RCP, and structured questionnaires.

* Lead and contribute to MDT diagnostic discussions, offering psychiatric insight and clinical judgement.

* Deliver generic and specialist psychological assessments, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.

* Provide intervention sessions for children and their parents, where appropriate, focusing on emotional regulation, behavioural strategies, and psychoeducation.

* Liaise with schools, social care, and other professionals to ensure joined-up support for families.

? Requirements:

* GMC registration with a licence to practise.

* Section 12 approval and/or MRCPsych desirable.

* Experience working within CAMHS, neurodevelopmental services, or similar settings.

* Skilled in using structured diagnostic tools and formulating complex presentations.

* Excellent communication and teamworking skills.

? What We Offer:

* Competitive salary: £110,000 – £130,000, dependent on experience.

* Supportive MDT environment with herapists, and paediatricians.

* Opportunities for CPD, supervision, and service development.

* Flexible working arrangements considered