Neurodiversity at Work: What you actually need to know

Join Reality HR and The Open Practice for a practical session on neurodiversity in the workplace

Expert led session with practical guidance you can apply straight away

Are you confident in supporting neurodivergent employees in your organisation? Do you know your legal obligations and how to create truly inclusive workplaces?

This focused 60 minute session will equip you with the knowledge, tools and confidence to effectively support neurodivergent employees while meeting your legal duties

What you’ll learn

Understanding Neurodiversity (Andrew Harpham-Salter, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director, The Open Practice)

Hear from Andrew as he explains the fundamentals of neurodiversity and covers:

· Defining neurodiversity and the spectrum of common conditions

· The compelling business case for neurodivergent talent

· Myth-busting: challenging harmful stereotypes

Common Neurodiversity Questions (Heidi Wadsworth, Head of Learning & Development, Reality HR)

Reality HR raise the questions they are frequently asked by managers, and discuss practical answers and guidance

· Recognition vs disclosure: How to create psychologically safe environments without making assumptions

· Sensitive conversations: How to approach these discussions and what works

· Legal clarity: Your duties under the Equality Act 2010 and when reasonable adjustments apply

· Evidence & costs: When documentation is required and accessing funding support

· Effective adjustments: Proven workplace changes that work, plus implementation strategies

Who should attend

· Business owners

· Senior HR professionals

· Line managers

· Team leaders

Why attend?

Hear directly from experts who work in this area every day – a clinical psychotherapist who specialises in neurodiversity, and HR consultants who help businesses navigate workplace neurodiversity in the real world.

Leave with clear guidance on your legal position, confidence in how to handle sensitive conversations, and knowledge of what actually works in practice.