Workplace Needs Assessments
Workplace Needs Assessments are impartial assessments delivered online to identify solutions to barriers experienced by an employee in their job which arise because of their disability.
They identify reasonable adjustments that would improve working life. These adjustments ensure that employees can reach their full potential. These are provided as recommendations, which we support employers to implement.
Recommendations include:
- Neurodiversity Coaching
- Assistive Technology, such as screen readers
- A support worker (such as a job coach)
- Adapted desks or chairs
- Additional transport
Private Workplace Needs Assessment: Strengths-Based, Insightful, and Immediate
- Focus on Strengths and Manager Insights: This private assessment highlights employee strengths and provides tailored support. It includes a 15-minute call with the manager to gain insight into organisational goals and a 1-hour session with the employee.
- Immediate Implementation for Positive Impact: Reports are delivered within two weeks, enabling swift action on recommendations to support well-being and prevent disengagement or burnout.
- Optional Implementation Session (£500+): Employers can add this session for step-by-step guidance to align recommendations effectively with company objectives, maximising impact.
Access to Work (ATW) Option: Funded, Inclusive Support with Potential Delays
- Government Funding for Accessibility: The Access to Work Scheme helps to cover or share the costs of adjustments, making workplace support more affordable. Costs depend on how recently the employee was hired and the size of your company.
- Timeliness of Support: ATW’s processing time can be up to 8 months. While this option provides valuable, long-term inclusivity support, delays can impact employee experience, increasing risks of burnout or potential sick leave. We recommend reaching out to our team for interim support if pursuing ATW funding, to maintain a positive employee experience.
Phased Approach for Immediate and Long-Term Support
- Some employers opt for the Private Assessment initially to implement essential, strengths-based adjustments that boost employee well-being quickly. They may then proceed with ATW for non-urgent elements that can accommodate the longer processing time. This approach ensures immediate support while leveraging ATW funding for additional adjustments, creating a comprehensive support plan that prioritises employee health and engagement.
Get in touch to request a Workplace Needs Assessment
Once you have submitted your form, we will get back to you within 2 working days. If you’d rather speak with us, call us on 0208 133 6046.