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5 Top Tips For Applying To Access To Work For Dyscalculia

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Access To Work For Dyscalculia

Understand Your Needs

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for Access to Work. Clearly identify how dyscalculia affects your job. This might include difficulties with tasks involving numbers, time management, or understanding work-related data. This is so that Access To Work are also able to gain insight into how they may be able to help and support your needs with their resources.

Gather Documentation

Have a detailed job description ready to explain how dyscalculia impacts specific tasks, like managing finances or handling data, and what adjustments or support you need. This ensures you have all the documents needed and so that you are prepared.

Apply Early To Access To Work For Dyscalculia

Apply as soon as possible, preferably before you start a new job or as soon as your condition starts affecting your current role. The application process can take some time, and early action ensures that support is available when you need it. If you need any help applying online feel free to use NATTC to help you.

Request Specific Technology and Support

Research and request specific tools such as software for managing numbers, calculators, or time management tools. You can also ask for support like job coaching, training, or even a support worker to help with tasks that involve numbers.

Follow Up on Your Application

After submitting your application, keep track of its progress. If there are delays or if additional information is required, respond promptly. Follow up regularly to ensure that your application is being processed and that any recommended support is put in place as quickly as possible.

The Access to Work programme in the UK is designed to provide support for individuals with disabilities, including specific learning difficulties like dyscalculia. By following these tips, you can improve your chances of successfully accessing the support you need through the Access to Work programme to manage dyscalculia in the workplace. If you need more information about the Access To Work Programme for dyscalculia check out our fact sheet here.