Introduction to neurodiversity - line manager training

Author: Remi Chappell, Creased Puddle

Introduction

This training guide explores the benefits of a neurodiverse workplace, and the strengths and skills people with a neurodivergent condition can bring to your organisation. It provides an overview of the most common neurodivergent conditions and your responsibility as a line manager in supporting neurodivergent candidates and employees overcome any challenges associated with their condition.

This guide can be read in conjunction with these line manager training guides:

• Supporting neurodivergent candidates discusses how to attract and support candidates with a neurodivergent condition by adopting neuro-inclusive recruitment practices and processes.
• Supporting neurodivergent employees provides practical guidance on how you can support and manage employees with a neurodivergent condition so that they can thrive in the workplace, including making reasonable adjustments.