Karen Barker
Education Consultancy

A workplace needs assessment is a collaborative process where I, as a specialist assessor, evaluate an employee's role and environment. My goal is to identify and eliminate barriers faced due to neurodiversity or disability, providing a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations for reasonable adjustments. 

 

It is highly preferable to have a formal SpLD diagnostic assessment (e.g. for dyslexia) in place prior to this process, as it provides a clearer baseline to tailor the most effective workplace strategies.

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Core Framework

• Solutions-focused: A practical process to overcome individual workplace challenges, not a medical diagnosis.

• Tailored to the individual: One-to-one assessments centered entirely on the specific employee, their unique role, and their work environment.

• Barrier identification: Pinpoints challenges arising from neurodiversity or physical conditions that impact daily performance.

• Actionable recommendations: Outlines clear "reasonable adjustments" like assistive technology, training, or workspace modifications.

 

Business Benefits

• Empowers employees: Creates an accessible environment where your staff can truly thrive.

• Optimises productivity: Leverages unique individual strengths by removing everyday friction.

• Fosters inclusivity: Actively builds a diverse, supportive, and modern workplace culture.

• Ensures legal compliance: Helps employers meet their strict duties under the Equality Act 2010.

 

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/workplace-health-needs-assessment

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