Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

Spectrum.Life

ABOUT US: Spectrum.Life is a whole-of-health digital partner that guides organisations and their people to thrive, delivering clinically backed digital health, mental health and wellbeing solutions.    Our HealthTech delivers digital transformation for Insurers, Educators and Employers through Co-creation or seamlessly integrated out-of-the-box solutions, that decrease digital fragmentation and engage, empower, and transform their people’s lives.    Established in 2018 by Stuart McGoldrick and Stephen Costello, Spectrum.Life provides services internationally to over 7.2m insurance members, 3,000 corporate clients, 60 universities and 650,000 university students. Spectrum.Life currently employs over 450 people.    Our vision is to change and save as many lives as possible. ROLE BRIEF: Why This Role Matters  Waiting lists for neurodiversity assessments in the UK are long — often years. For autistic people and those with ADHD, that wait is not just frustrating. It affects education, employment, relationships, and mental health.  At Spectrum.Life, we are building a digital-first neurodiversity multi-disciplinary assessment service that is clinically rigorous, neuroaffirmative in its values, and genuinely accessible. We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares that commitment — someone who brings both the specialist technical competence this work demands and a genuine belief in the difference that timely, high-quality identification can make to a person’s life.  This is a fully remote, multidisciplinary role. You will be part of a team of psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists, working together to deliver integrated, person-centred assessments for children aged seven and above and adults.    The Neurodiversity Assessment Service  Spectrum.Life’s Neurodiversity Assessment Service delivers high-quality Autism, ADHD, and combined AuDHD identification assessments for children (aged seven and above) and adults, fully remotely via virtual platforms. All assessments are conducted in line with NICE guidelines and within DSM-5 and ICD-11 diagnostic frameworks.  Our approach is neuroaffirmative throughout — from the way we conduct initial consultations to the language we use in our reports and feedback sessions. We work from a strengths-based, person-centred model that respects individual identity and lived experience.  This is a growing service, and you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to its development — including service design, quality improvement, and the way we use digital platforms to make assessments more accessible.    Your Multidisciplinary Team  Neurodiversity assessment is inherently multidisciplinary, and we have built the service to reflect that. You will not be assessing in isolation.  Your MDT includes Practitioner Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists. Each assessment integrates perspectives across all three disciplines, and integrated formulation is a core part of how we work — not an add-on.    How the MDT works day to day  * Regular MDT formulation meetings where complex and combined presentations are discussed collaboratively across psychology, SLT, and OT * Shared formulation on all assessments — your psychological assessment report is integrated with SLT and OT findings before the final report is produced * A designated Clinical Manager who provides operational oversight and is available for clinical consultation * Monthly individual clinical supervision from a specialist in neurodiversity — provided by an experienced senior clinician with specialist neurodiversityexpertise, not generic CPD supervision * Peer consultation and shared learning across the psychology team * Clear safeguarding and escalation pathways, with governance support for complex or high-risk presentations SCHEDULE: This is a 32-hour per week permanent part-time role. We will discuss and agree your specific working pattern during the offer process — we want to find a schedule that works for you within the needs of the service.  The role is fully remote. All assessments and MDT meetings are conducted virtually. You will need access to a private, confidential workspace and a reliable internet connection. RESPONSIBILITIES: Neurodiversity Assessments  * Deliver high-quality, neuroaffirmative Autism and ADHD identification assessments for children (aged seven and above) and adults through virtual platforms,in accordance with NICE guidelines * Administer, score, and interpret the ADOS-2 and ADI-R, as well as validated ADHD assessment measures * Conduct thorough initial neurodiversity consultations, clarifying presenting concerns, priorities, and individual goals in a collaborative, person-centred manner * Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial and multidisciplinary formulations, integrating developmental history, observation, standardised assessment, and collateral information * Produce high-quality written assessment reports that present complex clinical information clearly, accessibly, and in a strengths-based manner — suitable for individuals, families, and professional stakeholders * Deliver clear, sensitive, and neuroaffirmative feedback sessions to individuals and families following assessment completion * Identify and communicate relevant reasonable accommodations across educational, workplace, and community settings   Caseload and Clinical Responsibilities  * Hold a designated caseload, acting as lead practitioner and guiding clients through their assessment journey from initial consultation to post-diagnostic support * Undertake risk screening and safeguarding assessments in line with relevant UK legislation and organisational procedures, with particular attention to children and young people * Provide formulation-led post-diagnostic psychological support, where indicated by clinical need — this is distinct from an ongoing therapy caseload and is focused on understanding and applying assessment findings * Liaise with external agencies including education, health, and social care services asrequired   MDT Collaboration and Service Development  * Collaborate closely with SLT and OT colleagues to ensure integrated, person-centred assessment formulations * Support the Clinical Manager in outcomes monitoring, quality assurance, and clinical governance activities * Contribute to service development, audit, and quality improvement as the neurodiversity service grows * Provide consultation and, where appropriate, training on neurodiversity to families, schools, or other professionals REQUIREMENTS: Registration and Qualification Requirements  Both of the following are mandatory for appointment to this role:  * Doctoral qualification in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational) * Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist * Chartered Psychologist status with the British Psychological Society (BPS) Why both HCPC registration and BPS Chartership are required  HCPC registration is the statutory requirement for practising as a Practitioner Psychologist in the UK. BPS Chartership provides the additional professional assurance expected for the complexity of neurodiversity assessment work in this service — particularly in relation to ADOS-2 and ADI-R administration, multidisciplinary formulation, and report writing for diagnostic purposes. Both are required for the appointment.  * Minimum two years of post-HCPC registration experience, including direct neurodiversity assessment experience * Formal training anddemonstratedcompetence in ADOS-2 administration and interpretation * Formal training and demonstrated competence in ADI-R administration and interpretation   Essential Experience and Knowledge  Assessment Experience  * Experience conducting neurodiversity assessments across the lifespan, with awareness of age-related presentation differences * Experience producing comprehensive neurodiversity assessment reports, including recommendations and reasonable accommodations * Experience providing post-diagnostic feedback to individuals and families * Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team * Experience of biopsychosocial and systemic formulation of neurodevelopmental presentations * Experience delivering remote or virtual assessments to children (aged seven and above) and/or adults   Clinical Knowledge  * Strong knowledge of NICE guidelines relevant to Autism (NG142, NG228) and ADHD (NG87) * Knowledge of DSM-5 and ICD-11 diagnostic criteria for Autism and ADHD * Knowledge of co-occurring conditions (anxiety, learning disabilities, developmental trauma) and their interaction with neurodevelopmental presentations * Knowledge of reasonable adjustments legislation (Equality Act 2010) and application in educational and workplace settings * Knowledge of safeguarding and risk frameworks relevant to children, young people, and adults in the UK   DESIRABLE: * Experience assessing combined AuDHD presentations * Experience adapting assessments for individuals with co-occurring intellectual disabilities, sensory needs, or complex communication profiles * Experience providing clinical supervision to more junior staff * Knowledge of SpLD frameworks (dyslexia, dyspraxia/DCD) and their interaction with neurodevelopmental conditions * Experience working across NHS and independent sector pathways * Experience contributing to service development, audit, or quality improvement WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT SPECTRUM.LIFE? * Clinical environment — what you can rely on  Monthly individual supervision from a specialist neurodiversity clinician. Regular MDT formulation meetings. Peer consultation and shared learning across the psychology team. Clinical governance and safeguarding support. Full training on remote assessment protocols and digital platforms before your first case.  * Part-time permanent contract at 32 hours per week  * Competitive salary (dependent on experience) * Fully remote working * 25 days annual leave * 24/7 EAP and a wide range of health and wellbeing supports * CPD funding and access to specialist training, including support to maintain and develop ADOS-2 and ADI-R competencies * The opportunity to practise in a genuinely neuroaffirmative service and contribute to meaningful change in how neurodiversity is understood and supported * The chance to shape a growing, digital-first neurodiversity service from an early stage * Training and continuing professional development opportunities, including specialist neurodiversity assessment tools

Mindler

About us Mindler is one of Europe’s leading digital mental health providers, working to make evidence-based therapy accessible to everyone who needs it. In August 2025, we proudly acquired ieso, a pioneer in delivering online NHS talking therapies across the UK. Ieso holds several NHS contracts across England and Scotland through both typed and video sessions, making it easier for thousands of people to access effective, evidence-based treatment when they need it most. This role sits within the Step 2 affiliate network of Ieso - subsidiary of Mindler, meaning you’ll be part of a group with a strong track record in innovation, research, and delivering high-quality digital therapy to patients nationwide. The role We deliver Step 2 guided self-help interventions via video call to NHS patients across the UK, from the Orkney Islands to Cornwall. Our mission is to make psychological therapies accessible to those who need them most—without significant waiting times. What do I need to have: To join our affiliate network, you’ll need:  * Availability for a minimum case-load of 15 patients * A BPS accredited adult PWP qualification * BABCP or BPS Registration * At least one years experience post qualification * An Enhanced DBS Certificate (to include both barring's: Adults and Children - issued within the past 12 months OR registered with the update service) - we can support you with an application if you do not have this * Two satisfactory professional references (e.g., current supervisor and line manager) * Access to a secure laptop/PC with an auto-lock function (max 5-minute inactivity) * Personal email address (NHS email addresses cannot be accepted) We cannot proceed if you do not have all of the above. This role also requires you to be employed through an Umbrella company.    What can we offer? As an affiliate therapist, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:  * Flexibility: Work remotely and structure your caseload around your availability, with a recommended minimum of 15 patients. * Competitive Pay: Earn £27 per 60 minute Video session (including holiday pay), with half-pay for DNAs/late cancellations (up to two per episode of care) * Innovative Digital Care: Be part of cutting-edge research and digital innovation, shaping the future of mental healthcare. * Support & Community: Expect to feel valued and supported, with access to our dedicated Smart Support System, a clinical conference, and a network of like-minded professionals.   If you're passionate about providing high-quality therapy online and want to make a difference in digital mental healthcare, we’d love to hear from you! 👉to start your application today please respond with proof of the above requirements. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions—we look forward to welcoming you to our network!

Spectrum.Life

ABOUT US: Spectrum.Life is a whole-of-health digital partner that guides organisations and their people to thrive, delivering clinically backed digital health, mental health and wellbeing solutions. Our HealthTech delivers digital transformation for Insurers, Educators and Employers through Co-creation or seamlessly integrated out-of-the-box solutions, that decrease digital fragmentation and engage, empower, and transform their people’s lives. Established in 2018 by Stuart McGoldrick and Stephen Costello, Spectrum.Life provides services internationally to over 7.2m insurance members, 3,000 corporate clients, 60 universities and 650,000 university students. Spectrum.Life currently employs over 450 people. Our vision is to change and save as many lives as possible. ROLE BRIEF: Waiting lists for neurodiversity assessments in Ireland are long — often years. For autistic people and those with ADHD, that wait is not just frustrating. It affects education, employment, relationships, and mental health.  At Spectrum.Life, we are building a digital-first neurodiversity multidisciplinary assessment service that is clinically rigorous, neuroaffirmative in its values, and genuinely accessible. We are looking for experienced Associate Practitioner Psychologists to join our growing clinical network — people who bring the specialist technical competence this work demands and a genuine belief in the difference that timely, high-quality identification can make to a person's life.  This is a fully remote, flexible, self-employed role. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Occupational Therapists, contributing to integrated, person-centred assessments and psychological therapy for children aged seven and above and adults.  The Neurodiversity Assessment Service  Spectrum.Life's Neurodiversity Assessment Service delivers high-quality Autism, ADHD, and combined AuDHD identification assessments for children (aged seven and above) and adults, fully remotely via virtual platforms. All assessments are conducted in line with NICE guidelines and within DSM-5 and ICD-11 diagnostic frameworks.  Our approach is neuroaffirmative throughout — from the way we conduct initial consultations to the language we use in our reports and feedback sessions. We work from a strengths-based, person-centred model that respects individual identity and lived experience.  RESPONSIBILITIES: Neurodiversity Assessments  * Deliver high-quality,neuroaffirmativeAutism and ADHD identification assessments for children (aged seven and above) and adults through virtual platforms,in accordance withNICE guidelines * Administer, score, and interpret the ADOS-2 and ADI-R, as well as validated ADHD assessment measuresincluding DIVA-5. * Conduct thoroughinitialneurodiversity consultations and deliver sensitive,neuroaffirmativefeedback sessions, clarifying presenting concerns, priorities and individual goals in a collaborative, person-centred manner * Complete biopsychosocial and multidisciplinary formulations,identifyingand communicating relevant reasonable accommodations across educational, workplace, and community settings * Produce high-quality written assessment reports that present complex clinical information clearly, accessibly, and in a strengths-based manner — suitable for individuals, families, and professional stakeholders Psychological Therapy  * Provide evidence-based psychological therapy to neurodivergent individuals and their families, adapting therapeutic approaches to address co-occurring mental health presentations and support post-diagnostic adjustment and wellbeing * Draw on evidence-based therapeutic modalities adapted for neurodivergent populations, which may include CBT, ACT, DBT-informed approaches, or narrative and systemic frameworks, in line with best practice guidance and individual need Clinical Responsibilities  * Undertake risk screening and safeguarding assessments in line with relevant Irish legislation and organisational procedures, with particular attention to children and young people * Collaborate with MDT colleagues including SLTs, OTs, and fellow psychologists to ensure integrated, person-centred care * Maintainaccurateand contemporaneous case notes and records in line with professional standards and GDPR requirements under Irish data protection law REQUIREMENTS: * Doctoral qualification in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational) from a PSI-accredited or recognised programme * Chartered Membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) —C.Psychol.PsSI * Current, valid Garda Vetting (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement) * Current professional indemnity and public liability insurance (minimum €2 million cover) * Registration with the Data Protection Commission (DPC) as a data controller * Minimum two years of post-qualification experience, including direct neurodiversity assessment experience * Demonstrated experience assessing combinedAuDHDpresentations * Formal training anddemonstratedcompetence in ADOS-2 and ADI-R administration and interpretation, and in the administration and interpretation of validated ADHD assessment measures (e.g. DIVA-5).  A note on statutory regulation in Ireland: Psychology in Ireland is currently in transition to statutory regulation under CORU. The CORU Psychologists Registration Board is working to open registers for clinical, counselling and educational psychologists, with registration now anticipated in 2027. In the absence of statutory regulation, PSI Chartership (C.Psychol.PsSI) represents the primary professional assurance standard in Ireland and is required for appointment to this role. Where CORU registration opens during the period of this contract, registrants will be required to apply to the appropriate division of the CORU register and provide evidence of registration to Spectrum.Life within the timeframes set by CORU.  Essential Experience and Knowledge  Assessment and Therapy Experience  * Experience conducting neurodiversity assessments across the lifespan, with awareness of age-related presentation differences * Experience producing comprehensive neurodiversity assessment reports, including recommendations and reasonable accommodations * Experience delivering psychological therapy adapted for neurodivergent individuals, including post-diagnostic support for individuals and families * Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary assessment team * Experience of biopsychosocial and systemic formulation of neurodevelopmental presentations * Experience delivering remote or virtual assessments to children (aged seven and above) and/or adults Clinical Knowledge  * Strong knowledge of NICE guidelines relevant to Autism (NG142, NG228) and ADHD (NG87), DSM-5and ICD-11 diagnostic criteria * Knowledge of co-occurring conditions (anxiety, learning disabilities, developmental trauma) and their interaction with neurodevelopmental presentations * Knowledge of reasonable accommodations under the Equal Status Acts 2000–2018 and their application in educational and workplace settings in Ireland * Knowledge of safeguarding and risk frameworks relevant to children, young people, and adults in Ireland, including Children First Act 2015 and mandatory reporting obligations * Ability to work independently and manage own caseload and administration as a self-employed practitioner DESIRABLE: * Experience adapting assessments and therapy for individuals with co-occurring intellectual disabilities, sensory needs, or complex communication profiles * Training in therapeutic modalities specifically adapted for neurodivergent populations (e.g. adapted CBT, ACT, DBT-informed, or PDA-informed approaches) * Experience providing clinical supervision to more junior staff * Experience working across HSE and private/independent sector pathways WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT SPECTRUM.LIFE? * Flexible, self-employed associate contract with competitive sessional rates * Fully remote — work from anywhere in Ireland  * The opportunity to practise in a genuinely neuroaffirmative service and contribute to meaningful change in how neurodiversity is understood and supported * Access to a welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team of specialist clinicians  * The chance to contribute to the development of an innovative, digital-first neurodiversity service  * Working for an organisation where values genuinely drive decisions at every level