Supporting a neurodivergent workforce begins with understanding the individual needs of every employee. Owner and manager of Happy Bunnies Nursery School in Hertfordshire, Rob Fox, is neurodivergent himself and believes his unique perspective helps create a more accepting work environment.
‘Ultimately it's not about having all the policies, it's about understanding,’ he says. ‘We talk about recognising the unique child, but it is equally about recognising the unique educator.’
Fox has dyspraxia, which affects his co-ordination and organisational skills, and says balancing the roles of owner and manager can be particularly challenging.
‘The fast-paced, multi-tasking nature of this work can feel overwhelming,’ he explains. ‘For years, I thought my struggles with organisation and processing speed meant I wasn't cut out for leadership.’
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