We all know a bit about dyslexia, but do you know that it comes under the Equality Act 2010. Do you also know that employers have a duty to help sufferers in the workplace?
This article will help you understand your responsibility towards any dyslexic people you may employ.
Government figures estimate that about 4% of the UK workforce has acute dyslexia, and that about 10% has some level of dyslexia. However, it is often only identified when difficulties at work have been misunderstood as performance related issues.
What are the key indicators that someone may be dyslexic?
*Poor and/or careless written documentation *Confused messages
*Deadlines regularly not met *Takes a long time to learn new skills
*Forgetfulness *Disorganised
*Low self esteem *Appears stressed and/or anxious
*Performance does not seem to reflect potential
What can you do to help? Adjustments for one person can improve everyone’s working life and so benefit the whole of your business.
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