At Enna, we’re committed to making workplaces more accessible, more inclusive, and more effective for everyone. As part of that mission, we’re excited to share our Dyslexia Reasonable Adjustments Example Guide — a practical, easy-to-use resource that helps employers and employees work together to create the conditions for success.

Dyslexia affects around 1 in 10 people, and while it’s often associated with challenges around reading and writing, it can also affect memory, time management, processing speed, and organisation. Yet many employees with dyslexia go unsupported — not because their employers don’t care, but because they’re unsure where to start.

That’s where our guide comes in.

What the guide does

Our Dyslexia Reasonable Adjustments Example Guide takes the guesswork out of how to support dyslexic employees. It highlights common workplace challenges that people with dyslexia might experience, and gives practical, concrete examples of adjustments that could make a meaningful difference.

Each section includes a short explanation of the barrier someone might face — for example, difficulties with written communication, remembering verbal instructions, or navigating fast-paced meetings — followed by a list of adjustments that can be suggested by either the employee or the manager.

These aren’t just general statements like “be supportive” or “use plain language.” They’re real examples that reflect real needs — like:

• Offering speech-to-text software or read-aloud tools to support reading and writing

• Providing meeting notes in advance or using visual agendas

• Allowing extra time for tasks involving reading-heavy materials

• Giving verbal instructions alongside written summaries

• Encouraging the use of colour-coded planners or digital reminders

These small changes can have a significant impact on confidence, productivity, and wellbeing — and they benefit everyone, not just dyslexic employees.

Built for real conversations

This guide isn’t just a list for HR to tick off. It’s a collaborative tool designed to support open, honest conversations about what works best for the individual. It’s written in a neutral tone, so that either the employee or the manager can introduce it as a starting point for discussion.

For managers, it’s a practical reference when someone discloses their dyslexia, or when you’re reviewing how to better support someone already in the team.
For dyslexic employees, it can help articulate needs that are often difficult to put into words, and demonstrate that adjustments are valid and reasonable.

Why this matters

Too often, dyslexia is misunderstood as just “bad spelling” or “slow reading.” In reality, it can affect many different aspects of working life — especially in environments that rely heavily on written communication, fast processing, or rigid workflows.

Without adjustments, employees may end up overcompensating, masking their difficulties, or struggling in silence. This can lead to stress, burnout, and underperformance — not because they aren’t capable, but because the environment doesn’t work for the way they process information.

By making simple, tailored changes, employers can unlock the full potential of dyslexic staff. Many people with dyslexia bring incredible strengths to the workplace — from big-picture thinking and creativity to verbal communication, problem-solving and innovation. But to harness those strengths, the barriers need to be addressed.

What’s inside the guide?

The guide covers a wide range of practical areas, including:

• Reading and processing written information

• Written communication and documentation

• Verbal instructions and memory

• Organisation, planning and time management

• Meetings, presentations and real-time communication

• Using workplace systems and technology

• Recruitment and onboarding processes

• Accessing training and development

Each section includes:

✅ A brief explanation of a common challenge
✅ 5–6 example adjustments with short, clear descriptions
✅ A focus on practicality, flexibility and collaboration

Whether you’re preparing for a workplace needs assessment, managing a neurodivergent team member, or just want to be a more inclusive employer, this guide is designed to help you take action — today.

Let’s move from awareness to action

Reasonable adjustments don’t need to be expensive, time-consuming, or complicated. In most cases, small changes can remove big barriers. What matters most is a willingness to listen, to adapt, and to keep inclusion at the heart of how we work.

We hope this guide makes that process easier.

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