There is some merit in disclosure, but just to give the
opposite view (for balance). It surely depends on the
nature job in question. If he hopes to be digging holes in
the road I don't suppose it matters. On the other hand if
the job requires a high degree of literacy, then hoping to
mangage once the job is secured is probably not a good
idea.
Most large and not so large employers of white collar staff
now seem to ask for evidence of good written communication
skills when recruiting staff. The applicant having to
demonstrate their ability in this regard in relation to the
activities associated with the job. Just like most of us
did when we wuz interviewed for our jobs. If he can
legitimately get over this hurdle perhaps he deserves the
job and will do it well.
What matters is the ability to effectively carry out the
responsibilities of the job in question, not a lable.
I wouldn't rely on the DDA for dyslexia either.
Bryan Jones
Equal Opportunities Adviser
London Guildhall University
On Fri, 11 Dec 1998 12:34:57 +0000 Claire Dowling
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> I was talking to a student today who is considering being assessed
> to see if he is dyslexic. He asked me a question that I am often
> asked but do not know the conclusive answer to. Do you have to
> declare on a job application form if you are dyslexic ?
> Does any one know the answer? obviously I told him about the DDA and
> discussed the wider issues of discrimination in employment and that
> the employer may want to offer support but can not do this if they do
> not know.
> Can any one offer an answer as I think this is becoming an
> increasing issue, particularly for final year students.
>
> Claire Dowling
> Student Adviser, Disabilities and Specific Learning Difficulties
> University of Teesside
> Borough Road
> Middlesbrough
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