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Humpty86
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Work issues

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I've been struggling with my work over the past 9 months as the role changed a lot. And it's a lot of chopping and changing which is something i struggle with. I like to do a lot of the same thing before moving onto the next task.
I made my boss aware of my recent dyspraxia diagnosis and provided recommendations. I've was told i cant be reasonably accommodated and been referred to employers own OT for a second opinion. It's been hinted as well that they need to find out whether the information from my dyspraxia assessment "is as harsh as it seems". In other words it's like they dont believe me.
In between times I'm still being told that my work is "not good enough" and to "try harder". I feel like I'm being left with no other option but to find something else?
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Re: Work issues

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Humpty86 wrote: Thu Sep 19, 2024 1:51 pm I've been struggling with my work over the past 9 months as the role changed a lot. And it's a lot of chopping and changing which is something i struggle with. I like to do a lot of the same thing before moving onto the next task.
I made my boss aware of my recent dyspraxia diagnosis and provided recommendations. I've was told i cant be reasonably accommodated and been referred to employers own OT for a second opinion. It's been hinted as well that they need to find out whether the information from my dyspraxia assessment "is as harsh as it seems". In other words it's like they dont believe me.
In between times I'm still being told that my work is "not good enough" and to "try harder". I feel like I'm being left with no other option but to find something else?
It doesn't sound like they're handling this very well. You know the job and if they let you go they have to train somebody new from scratch.

Does your employer have a written policy on this sort of thing and/or are you a member of a Union?

Depending on what other suitable employment opportunities there are in your area I wouldn't necessarily hand in your notice just yet and/or enter into their formal Grievance process.

ACAS, SCOPE or the Disability Union may have useful info and I'm really sorry to hear your managers are being like this.
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Re: Work issues

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It sounds really tough dealing with those changes, especially after your dyspraxia diagnosis. It’s frustrating when you’re trying to communicate your needs and it feels like they’re not being taken seriously. If the current job isn’t accommodating, it might be worth exploring other options. Finding a place that values your strengths and supports your workflow could make a big difference.
Humpty86
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Re: Work issues

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Sorry Tom, i am bad at replying.
*Update - i am in a union. I had my occy health assessment and they made loads of recommendations for accommodating me. My manager said that they couldn't make those accommodations but will find me another role within the company. This is now December. I keep having to remind him about my performance is as a result of not having said accommodations in place. He keeps telling me to try harder. And it's obviously having an effect on my self esteem.
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That's understandable given all the sh(t you're having to put up with. Have you spoken to someone from your Union. Worth documenting what your boss has said and when? Also worth considering whether you should take formal grievance to HR as it sounds like an Employment Tribunal may be appropriate avenue.
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