I am deaf and have been using British Sign Language (BSL) since I was a teenager. My personal experience of Deafness was my primary reason for learning BSL and why I have such a deep passion for this beautiful language.
I have studied BSL extensively and trained to become a teacher, enabling me to achieve my dream of teaching BSL in my local community. This opportunity has enabled me to work with the local Deaf community, building strong relationships and links.
I hold a Level 6 Certificate in British Sign Language from Remark! and a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training from Cambridge Regional College.
I have taught sign language throughout Cambridge and Hertfordshire, at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridgeshire Deaf Association, Cambridge Regional College, Cottenham Village College and North Hertfordshire College. I have experience delivering classes and workshops as well as bespoke training for business clients both in person and online via Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Previous clients include West London NHS trust, Cambridge University, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, Cambridgeshire Constabulary, and local youth clubs, drama clubs, sports clubs, libraries and church communities.
I am Deaf and grew up using total communication. I went to mainstream school with a supporting unit for deaf students and College for Deaf people in Derby.
I am currently working as a Communication Support Worker at the local FE College, providing support for deaf students in their chosen subjects. I hold a degree in Deaf Studies and Sport Studies alongside Level 1 and 2 certificate in BSL and currently gaining additional qualifications for my current role.
My passion is to share my experiences of what it is like living as a Deaf person and to share my knowledge of BSL to those around me. I have undertaken talks to various organisations throughout Cambridgeshire and Suffolk, such as NHS Retirement, WI, Sawston Rotary Club, Girl Guides and Brownies.
