Speech and Language Therapist - Remote

Job summary Neurodevelopmental Practitioners - Transform Lives with Oakdale Permanent: Full-time and Part time Location: Remote with the need to travel to Leeds, Harrogate and Halifax during induction and for training. Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Part time hours with a minimum of 15 hours per week will be considered. Salary: £40,000 £56,000 per annum FTE Pay reflects where you're starting from: From £40,000 for early-career ND practitioners From £43,000 if you have certification in tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, DIVA or Young DIVA Up to £56,000 for practitioners with further skills and certifications At Oakdale, we're looking for a compassionate and skilled Neurodevelopmental Practitioner to join our supportive, forward-thinking team. If you're passionate about clinical excellence, wellbeing, and making a genuine impact, wed love to hear from you. Main duties of the job The Role What You'll Do To undertake high-quality neurodevelopmental assessments for children, young people and/or adults across the clinical pathways (e.g, ADHD vs. Autism/combined assessments), the postholder will formulate clinical outcomes either as an autonomous single clinician or collaboratively as part of a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). The postholder will work in accordance with professional standards, Oakdale policies, and service requirements, supporting the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of neurodevelopmental services. Clinical duties and the level of independent practice permitted are strictly governed by the postholders formal progression and sign-off through the Oakdale Clinical Development Framework, working under direct clinical supervision until independent competency has been successfully demonstrated and documented. About us At Oakdale, a leading private mental health service provider, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Were more than a team were a community of passionate, talented professionals committed to delivering excellence in mental health care, case management and service development At Oakdale, we believe in care that changes lives. For over 10 years, weve been delivering trusted, evidence-based therapies and assessments for children, young people, and adults. As a values-driven organisation, we work with the NHS, schools, local authorities, and private clients, always putting people first. Details Date posted 23 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £40,000 to £56,000 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working Reference number U0113-NDRemote230926 Job locations Remote Remote LS18 4RJ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: 1. Clinical Practice & Assessment Undertake comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments in accordance with Oakdale pathways, professional standards and national clinical guidelines (e.g., NICE) Conduct developmental history interviews, direct observations and other assessment activities appropriate to professional background, training and documented competency level. Gather, analyse, and integrate multi-source information to form robust clinical formulations and support diagnostic decision-making. Formulate diagnostic outcomes and clinical conclusionsindependentlywhen operating on single-clinician assessment pathways (e.g., ADHD), ensuring practice aligns with professional guidelines and formal sign-off against the internal framework Participate actively in multidisciplinary (MDT) discussions and panel formulations to co-produce final diagnostic conclusions, utilising the oversight and support of senior clinicians where required. Utilise and oversee service-approved technology solutions (including dictation, transcription, and automated documentation systems) to enhance pathway efficiency, maintaining ultimate clinical accountability for decision-making and reviewing, quality-checking, and professionally signing off the clinical accuracy of all final outputs. Communicate assessment outcomes and recommendations clearly, professionally and compassionately to clients, families and external professionals. 2. Clinical Governance, Quality & Documentation Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and professional clinical records in accordance with organisational and professional regulatory standards. Complete clinical documentation, reports, risk assessments and administrative tasks within agreed timescales. Demonstrate clear clinical reasoning and evidence-based decision-making that meets established quality assurance standards Participate actively in clinical audits, quality assurance processes, and service improvement initiatives Work strictly within professional scope of practice, maintaining a comprehensive awareness of relevant healthcare legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and professional guidance, seeking support where required. Identify, assess and appropriately manage safeguarding concerns and clinical risks, escalating concerns promptly in accordance with Oakdale policies and procedures 3. Mul