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Speech and Language TherapistLocation: RemoteContract Type: Permanent - Full-time or Part-timeStart Date: ASAPAbout RTN Mental HealthAt RTN Mental Health, we're on a mission to transform the way neurodevelopmental and primary care mental health services are delivered across the UK. As a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation, we combine clinical excellence with commercial innovation to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.From NHS partnerships to private services, we're redefining what accessible, ethical and effective mental health support can look like — and building clinical pathways that are robust, evidence-based and genuinely life-changing.Our values sit at the heart of everything we do:Respect at our core, transformation in our actions, nurture in our care.The RoleWe're seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary diagnostic team, providing specialist expertise in communication and social interaction as part of our Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessment pathway. This is a specialist clinical role within a fast-growing, values-led organisation. Working remotely, you'll conduct detailed assessments of social communication, pragmatic language and interaction profiles, contributing directly to high-quality diagnostic decision-making within a multidisciplinary framework.We welcome applications from both experienced clinicians and newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists who can demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, a commitment to neuroaffirmative practice and a genuine interest in neurodevelopmental assessment.You'll play a key role in ensuring our ASD diagnostic pathways remain robust, evidence-based and person-centred, with reports that clearly recognise both strengths and support needs. The role requires attention to detail, curiosity, and confidence in identifying subtle or masked presentations, supported by supervision and multidisciplinary collaboration.Role ResponsibilitiesSpecialist Autism Diagnostic AssessmentConduct structured speech, language and social communication assessments as part of ASD diagnostic pathwaysDeliver and score standardised tools (e.g. ADOS-2) where trained and competentAssess pragmatic language, social interaction and communication differences relevant to ASD diagnostic criteriaContribute findings to multidisciplinary diagnostic formulation discussionsClinical Documentation & ReportingProduce high-quality, structured diagnostic reportsClearly communicate communication strengths and differencesEnsure reports are neuroaffirmative, accessible and evidence-basedMaintain accurate clinical records in line with HCPC and organisational standardsMultidisciplinary CollaborationWork closely with psychiatrists, psychologists and clinicians within the MDTContribute meaningfully to shared clinical reasoning and diagnostic decisionsCommunicate professionally within a fully remote working environmentPatient Experience & Communication AdjustmentsDeliver strengths-based, accessible feedback to individuals and familiesIdentify and implement reasonable communication adjustmentsPromote inclusive, neuroaffirmative practiceRecognise and escalate safeguarding concerns appropriatelyProfessional Practice & DevelopmentMaintain active HCPC registration and professional standardsEngage in supervision and CPDWork autonomously within scope of competenceMaintain up-to-date knowledge of NICE guidance relating to autismAbout YouEssentialRegistered Speech and Language Therapist with active HCPC registrationExperience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum DisorderExperience assessing social communication and pragmatic language differencesStrong understanding of ASD and ADHD presentations, including masking and differential diagnosesExperience contributing to multidisciplinary assessmentsStrong report-writing and clinical formulation skillsAbility to communicate complex information clearly and compassionatelyConfident working autonomously in a remote settingDegree (or equivalent) in Speech and Language TherapyDesirableExperience contributing directly to autism diagnostic assessmentsADOS-2 trainingExperience delivering remote assessmentsExperience in schools, LD services, ND services or specialist ASD servicesExperience within independent/private healthcare settingsPostgraduate training in autism or neurodevelopmental conditionsFamiliarity with diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2 or ADI-RUnderstanding of trauma-informed approachesOur Values in ActionRespectWe listen with empathy, value lived experience and communicate with honesty and care. We celebrate individuality and practise inclusive, neuroaffirmative communication.TransformationWe stay curious, embrace change and turn learning into action. We take ownership, pursue excellence and build trust through transparency.NurtureWe create emotionally safe spaces, empower confidence and invest in people's growth. Compassion and presence guide how we work with both colleagues and patients.Why Join RTN?Work within a specialist multidisciplinary diagnostic teamContribute to accessible, ethical autism assessmentsBe part of a rapidly growing, mission-driven healthcare organisationWork remotely with flexibility and autonomyDeliver meaningful clinical impact every dayIf you're passionate about neuroaffirmative practice and want to help shape high-quality diagnostic pathways that genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you.