The Role
You will provide one-to-one coaching to neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia and other neurodevelopmental differences. Coaching will focus on helping individuals understand their neurotype, build self-awareness, develop practical strategies, and improve confidence, independence and wellbeing.
Areas of support may include:
- Executive functioning and organisation
- Time management and planning
- Emotional regulation
- Self-advocacy and communication
- Workplace and educational challenges
- Building routines and sustainable habits
- Goal setting and accountability
- Post-diagnostic adjustment and identity
- Managing overwhelm, burnout and stress
- Strengths-based personal development
Essential Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate:
- A recognised coaching qualification (e.g. ILM Level 3+, CMI Level 5+, ICF, EMCC or Association for Coaching accredited programme) and experience supporting neurodivergent individuals.
- Experience supporting neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, Autism and/or related conditions)
- Strong understanding of neurodiversity-affirming practice
- Excellent communication and rapport-building skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload
- Professional indemnity insurance
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusion
- Ability to maintain accurate records and professional boundaries
Desirable Qualifications and Training
We would particularly welcome applicants who have completed training in one or more of the following areas:
- ADHD Coach Training Program – ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA)
- Professional ADHD Coach Certification – Professional Association for ADHD Coaches (PAAC)
- ADHD Coach Training – JST Coaching & Training
- ADHD Works Coach Training
- Neurodiversity Coaching Certification (various accredited providers)
- Executive Function Coaching Certification
- Certified ADHD Life Coach qualifications
Desirable – Autism and Neurodiversity Training
- National Autistic Society professional training programmes
- Autism Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications
- PDA Society training
- Autism Education Trust training
- Sensory Integration awareness training
- Neurodiversity-affirming practice training
- Monotropism-informed practice training
Coaching and Therapeutic Approaches
- Neurodiversity coaching certification
- Positive Psychology Coaching
- Acceptance and Commitment Coaching (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioural Coaching
- Trauma-informed practice
Additional Specialist Knowledge
- Executive Function Coaching
- Workplace adjustments and Access to Work knowledge
- Burnout and energy management approaches
- Dyslexia and Dyscalculia awareness
- Mental health first aid
- Sensory processing awareness
- Demand avoidance and anxiety support
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will:
- Be genuinely passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals
- Take a strengths-based and affirming approach
- Understand the lived experience of neurodivergence
- Be adaptable and person-centred
- Demonstrate warmth, empathy and professionalism
- Be committed to ongoing professional development
What We Offer
- Flexible associate arrangements.
- Remote and hybrid working opportunities.
- Established referral stream.
- Administrative and operational support.
- Access to a skilled multidisciplinary team.
- Opportunities to contribute to service development.
- Supportive clinical governance framework.
- Opportunity to participate in NHS and commissioned service contracts as the organisation grows.
Why Join Lycali?
At Lycali, we are passionate about delivering high-quality, timely and compassionate neurodevelopmental assessments. We value collaboration, clinical excellence and innovation, ensuring individuals and families receive clear, evidence-based outcomes and recommendations.
As part of our growing team, you will have the opportunity to shape services, contribute to pathway development and work within a supportive environment that prioritises quality and patient care.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- CV
- Covering letter outlining relevant experience
- Details of coaching qualifications and specialist training
- Professional registration(s) where applicable
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: £60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Broadstairs CT10 2QQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Broadstairs CT10 2QQ
