work - Disability

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Hi all, i'm struggling to find an answer to my question, so I just thought I would try asking you kind people.

So basically, I have recently become disabled. Briefly explaining, this is ataxia - a neurological condition characterized by loss of fine motor control - and as such I struggle with walking (day to day, i use a wheelchair) and my voice sounds slurred.

I however, was a nurse within the NHS - SPFT. Before I became disabled and so have lots of skill. I am looking to get back into work but I don't really know how that would work. I don't know how far I can push the equality act, to work for me?

As an example, working on an inpatient ward could be unsafe for me, but could I request a support worker to escort me on wards. For example.

Are there any examples of other disabled nurses? (I was mental health)

Does the NHS have a department that could help?