Consultant Paediatrician - Private Client Services

Overview

Psicon is seeking exceptional GMC-registered Paediatricians (CCT essential) to join our elite, multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, face-to-face Autism and ADHD assessments for children and young people aged 3–18 at our purpose-built clinic in Canterbury on behalf of our private assessment service.

• Conduct thorough ASD and ADHD assessments, integrating clinical observations, ADOS results, and collateral information.
• Deliver clear, evidence-based diagnoses aligned with DSM-5 and NICE guidelines.
• Provide compassionate, family-centered feedback and tailored recommendations.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic reports within 48 hours, supported by our dedicated admin and QA teams.
• Collaborate closely with other professionals in a multidisciplinary setting.

• Up to three assessments per day.
• Competitive per-assessment rates (self-employed, outside IR35).
• Flexible scheduling available Monday to Sunday.
• Fully staffed, purpose-built clinic facilities.

• GMC registration with a valid license to practise.
• CCT in Paediatrics.
• Demonstrated expertise in ASD and ADHD assessments for children and young people.
• Willingness to conduct in-person assessments at our Canterbury clinic. (You will be required to do some clinics inside our NHS/RTC services before starting with the Private team)
• Able to demonstrate competence and confidence in the use of Microsoft Office packages. Training on organisational systems will be provided.
• Up-to-date with appraisal and revalidation.
• A commitment to Psicon’s values: trust, integrity, commitment, and kindness.

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle (in line with the Working Time Directive).
• Competitive rates per assessment, outside IR35.
• Regular supervision and skill-enhancement opportunities.
• Access to training and CPD.
• Full administrative support for scheduling and reporting.
• A meaningful opportunity to positively impact the lives of neurodiverse children, young people, and their families.

For more details or to express interest, please contact our Recruitment Team:

• Email:
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If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re committed to supporting you.

Please note:

Psicon operates a ‘safer recruitment’ policy. Successful candidates will be required to:

• Provide full references covering the past 3 years.
• Undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• Submit evidence of up-to-date mandatory training.
• Demonstrate the right to live and work in the UK.
• Hold appropriate indemnity insurance for self-employed work.
• Provide Responsible Officer details and evidence of appraisal and revalidation.