Understanding Dyspraxia and Its Impact
Dyspraxia, also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), affects movement, coordination, and sometimes planning and organisation skills. In the workplace, it can influence tasks that involve physical coordination, time management, or processing complex instructions. However, with the right support, employees with dyspraxia can thrive—bringing persistence, creativity, and fresh perspectives to their roles.
The Challenge for Employers
Without awareness and appropriate adjustments, dyspraxia can lead to unnecessary barriers. Employees may struggle with certain physical tasks, keeping pace with fast-moving processes, or managing multiple priorities at once. This can cause frustration, reduce confidence, and affect productivity.
The good news is that these barriers are not fixed. Many can be addressed with simple, cost-effective changes that make a genuine difference.
Training and Consultancy
Our support goes beyond individual adjustments. We offer training for managers, HR teams, and colleagues so they can confidently work alongside employees with dyspraxia. We also review recruitment, induction, and career progression policies to ensure inclusivity is embedded across the organisation.
Benefits to Your Organisation
When employees feel supported, they are more engaged, motivated, and loyal. Dyspraxia support in the workplace can:
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Reduce staff turnover
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Improve team morale
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Boost productivity
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Enhance your reputation as an inclusive employer
Our expertise combines clinical understanding with practical workplace insight. We recognise that every employee’s experience of dyspraxia is unique, so we tailor our recommendations to suit the individual and the demands of the role.
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How Hearfield Mashru Can Help
UNLOCK POTENTIAL AT EVERY LEVEL
We work with organisations to remove those barriers, supporting both the individual and the wider team. Our approach focuses on three key areas:
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Raising Awareness – Helping managers and colleagues understand dyspraxia, its potential impact, and how to offer constructive support.
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Identifying Needs – Reviewing workplace layouts, processes, and expectations to spot where adjustments would help.
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Implementing Practical Solutions – Introducing changes that improve comfort, confidence, and productivity.
Examples of Workplace Adjustments:
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Clear, Written Instructions – Breaking tasks into smaller steps and providing visual guides.
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Ergonomic Equipment – Adjusting workstations or providing tools that make physical tasks easier.
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Flexible Timelines – Allowing extra time for certain tasks without penalty.
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Assistive Technology – Tools such as speech-to-text software, planning apps, or reminders to aid organisation.
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Structured Workflows – Consistent processes and clear priorities to reduce overwhelm.
These changes not only help employees with dyspraxia but can also improve clarity and efficiency for the whole team.
Start Making Positive Changes
If you want to create a working environment where employees with dyspraxia can excel, Hearfield Mashru can guide you through every step—from assessment to implementation.
Contact us today to find out how our tailored support can make a lasting difference to your workplace.