Disclosing diagnosis at work

Thanks Mariusz, glad that worked out well for you.

I was diagnosed last year, and in my new jon I started in Nonvember I disclosed it during interview for a store assistant.

They're obliged by law (Equality Act) to agree to reasonable adjustments, once you've told them

I asked to have short shifts (7h or less), 30h per week, divide my break the way I need and take it when I need it, and they agreed to everything, 

Thanks BJS

Thanks, that's really helpful.

I have it on my works profile now, don't know how many people read them, I certainly do as it can be a way to get to know people I work with.  My company is very supportive and champions inclusion and diversity so it is a welcoming environment.  Like you say only you can decide.

Hello,

I have recently been diagnosed, ( May this year) and I’ve worked for my employer for 20 years. I told my manager as it was so important to me to be understood. She has been great and let’s me take a break if it gets too busy. I work in a customer facing role, part time. I also told the works disability advisor, just so they know- then you are covered if you need reasonable adjustments which you are entitled to. Then I told a few selected colleagues just so they were aware of it. I can honestly say it’s been positive so far with lots of support. I’m 55 so I’m still getting used to my diagnosis but for me it’s been good to tell my employer. It’s personal to you though, this is just my experience. Best of luck and good wishes.