Tutors & Assessors Directory
At Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia, we believe in a dyslexic friendly society, that enables every neuro-diverse person of all ages to reach their full potential.
About our Tutors & Assessors Directory
When parents ask us for names of specialist tutors, we always advice parents to speak to class teacher and if possible SENco and also to check the school’s SEN policy on Dyslexia. Some schools may carry out an assessment or ask advice from Learning Support Services, in our experience, this does not often happen.
Every school must have a SEND dyslexia policy which details the provision for dyslexic students, this should be on the school’s website. Ask your school‘s secretary if you cannot find it on website.
See our Directory of local Specialist Assessors /Tutors who are qualified to carry out dyslexia assessments and or tutoring.
The list includes the following information:
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- Name and location, contact details and where possible website
- Specialist teaching qualifications associated with dyslexia
- Age range i.e. child, student, adult
Assessors can assess and produce reports which help families to seek appropriate help in schools or when applying for exam arrangements. Some tutors are able to provide reports that can assist with the planning of individual learning programme. Any specific concerns and issues should be discussed and clarified with tutor. This will enable a choice of options to be considered.
Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia does not recommend any individual. It is the responsibility of the parent to check for themselves the credentials of the tutor. Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia cannot accept any responsibility for any advice or information given by any tutor on the list.
Tutors & Assessors: Join our Directory today!
If you are a Yorkshire Rose Dyslexia Professional Member and hold a recognised dyslexia/SpLD qualification you also have the option to create a public profile on the Tutor/Assessor Directory. The fee to be a Professional Member is £30/year paid on a rolling debit basis and can be cancelled at any time.
Dr Helen Blake, Pocklington & York
About Me
I am a HCPC registered Counselling and Occupational Psychologist, having worked as a psychologist for over 20 years. I am experienced in assessing student's for specific learning difficulties, including dyslexia and dyspraxia. I have completed over 2000 assessments over the past 8 years.
I became interested in assessing for dyslexia after working for JobCentre Plus as a Senior Psychologist, managing a team of Work Psychologists across the Yorkshire region. This team supported clients with a range of disabilities who were seeking employment, as well as those who needed help to retain their work. This one-to-one work ignited my passion for working with people to help them identify their strengths and weaknesses and support them to get the best out of their work and studies.
I have worked in a variety of other roles as a psychologist, both in the public and private sector, and have extensive experience of assessment in a range of settings, including recruitment, promotion and examination.
I am keen to ensure that everyone I assess feels comfortable and safe during their assessment experience so that it provides a fair assessment of their abilities, at that moment in time. I take a down-to-earth but professional approach to ensure that people understand the process and can make an informed decision about their assessment and report.
I can offer assessments remotely and in person at offices in Pocklington and York City Centre. At home assessments could be arranged by discussion.
HCPC Register No: PYL041970
HCPC Register No: PYL2664
BPS Membership No: 108803
Qualifications
BSc(Hons) Psychology
MSc Industrial Psychology
Doctorate in Counselling Psychology
Level A and B Occupational Testing Certificate
BPS Registered Test User
Age Range
- Age 16+
- HE
- Adult Workplace
Services
- Tuition
- Study Skills
- Full Diagnostic Assessments
- Workplace Consultation
- Assessments for Access Arrangements
