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Reasonable adjustments

Reasonable adjustments are changes made to the recruitment and onboarding process to ensure that candidates with disabilities or health conditions are not disadvantaged. These adjustments aim to create a level playing field and promote inclusivity.

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Some examples of adjustments that have been offered to candidates include:

  • changing the time, location or format of interviews.
  • providing interview questions in written format.
  • providing interview questions in advance of the interview.
  • a sign language interpreter.
  • a supported test session, where a trained support worker can aid understanding or read the questions out loud.
  • additional time in timed tests, interviews or other assessment activities.
  • advice about assistive technology.

Reasonable adjustments for ongoing employment

Government Digital and Data supports reasonable adjustments in employment by:

  • Providing accessible tools, platforms and environments as part of legal requirements.
  • Implementing initiatives like the Digital Inclusion Action Plan to improve accessibility.
  • Ensuring communication and information meet accessibility standards.
  • Offering tailored support such as flexible working and specialised equipment.
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The Workplace Adjustment Passport can be useful for structuring your conversation about workplace adjustments with your manager, as well as being a record of your barriers, workplace adjustments and support they’ve agreed.

Small changes, big impact

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Workplace adjustments helped Ruth stay in work. Find out how.

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