The partnership follows a staff survey and listening exercise, which highlighted that many employees face challenges related to dyslexia.

Kevin Ferris, construction director at Persimmon Homes East Scotland, said: “We are proud to be the first housebuilder to partner with Dyslexia Scotland. At Persimmon, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to thrive in their career, and this partnership is an important step towards making our workplace more inclusive.

“By working with Dyslexia Scotland, we can better support our employees, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to succeed.”

Through this partnership, Dyslexia Scotland will provide guidance on adapting training materials, workplace documents, and communication methods to be more accessible for employees with dyslexia. The initiative aims to empower staff by removing barriers to progression and fostering an inclusive working environment.

Cathy Magee, chief executive of Dyslexia Scotland, said: “We’re very pleased to welcome Persimmon Homes East Scotland as a new organisational member of Dyslexia Scotland.  Partnerships such as these emphasise the wide range of sectors that Dyslexia Scotland works with, and with 1 in 10 people in Scotland being dyslexic, it will undoubtedly benefit Persimmon’s workforce.”

The partnership aligns with Persimmon’s wider commitment to supporting its workforce and creating opportunities for career development. The company continues to invest in training, apprenticeships, and workplace initiatives to ensure every employee has the support they need to excel.