Lipspeaker UK
@lipspeakeruk.bsky.social
Communication Access for Deaf & Deafblind People
👄Lipspeakers
👐🏼 BSL Interpreters
📝 Translators
🗣️ STTR
💻 Notetakers
👄👀 Expert Lipreaders
https://linktr.ee/lipspeakeruk
👄Lipspeakers
👐🏼 BSL Interpreters
📝 Translators
🗣️ STTR
💻 Notetakers
👄👀 Expert Lipreaders
https://linktr.ee/lipspeakeruk
Our #LipspeakerTraining Course is fully booked! We’re excited to welcome the first cohort of the new @Signature qualification. Missed out? We’re now taking interest for our Jan 2026 course. Email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk to find out more!
May 16, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Our #LipspeakerTraining Course is fully booked! We’re excited to welcome the first cohort of the new @Signature qualification. Missed out? We’re now taking interest for our Jan 2026 course. Email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk to find out more!
📢 Norwich Clinical Trials Unit are looking for deaf or hard of hearing people to be part of their online advisory group for a project aiming to improve clinical trial accessibility.
This is a paid opportunity.
Email Rebecca Linnett at r.linnett@uea.ac.uk if you'd like more information.
This is a paid opportunity.
Email Rebecca Linnett at r.linnett@uea.ac.uk if you'd like more information.
May 15, 2025 at 1:53 PM
📢 Norwich Clinical Trials Unit are looking for deaf or hard of hearing people to be part of their online advisory group for a project aiming to improve clinical trial accessibility.
This is a paid opportunity.
Email Rebecca Linnett at r.linnett@uea.ac.uk if you'd like more information.
This is a paid opportunity.
Email Rebecca Linnett at r.linnett@uea.ac.uk if you'd like more information.
Our office will close at 4pm on Friday and reopen at 9am on Tuesday 6th May, just in time for #DeafAwarenessWeek — a time to raise awareness, promote inclusion & celebrate the #Deaf community.
#BankHolidayWeekend #DAW2025 #DeafAwareness #Lipspeaking
#BankHolidayWeekend #DAW2025 #DeafAwareness #Lipspeaking
May 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Our office will close at 4pm on Friday and reopen at 9am on Tuesday 6th May, just in time for #DeafAwarenessWeek — a time to raise awareness, promote inclusion & celebrate the #Deaf community.
#BankHolidayWeekend #DAW2025 #DeafAwareness #Lipspeaking
#BankHolidayWeekend #DAW2025 #DeafAwareness #Lipspeaking
Today is our last assessment day for the new Lipspeaker training course.
We’re looking forward to embarking on an incredible journey to train the next generation on professional Lipspeakers.
Here’s to progress 🥂
#Lipspeaker #Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining
We’re looking forward to embarking on an incredible journey to train the next generation on professional Lipspeakers.
Here’s to progress 🥂
#Lipspeaker #Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining
April 28, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Today is our last assessment day for the new Lipspeaker training course.
We’re looking forward to embarking on an incredible journey to train the next generation on professional Lipspeakers.
Here’s to progress 🥂
#Lipspeaker #Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining
We’re looking forward to embarking on an incredible journey to train the next generation on professional Lipspeakers.
Here’s to progress 🥂
#Lipspeaker #Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining
We’re excited for the 1st assessments for our Lipspeaker Training Course on 17th April! There’s a growing need for qualified lipspeakers. A few spaces are still available. Apply now to start your journey in this vital, rewarding profession: suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
#Lipspeaking
#Lipspeaking
April 10, 2025 at 11:31 AM
We’re excited for the 1st assessments for our Lipspeaker Training Course on 17th April! There’s a growing need for qualified lipspeakers. A few spaces are still available. Apply now to start your journey in this vital, rewarding profession: suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
#Lipspeaking
#Lipspeaking
We’re excited to announce that Lipspeaker UK has received the Fair Payment Gold Award! This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to fair and transparent payment practices, ensuring everyone is valued. A big thank you to all who’ve supported us on this journey! #FairPayment #LipspeakerUK
April 9, 2025 at 2:38 PM
We’re excited to announce that Lipspeaker UK has received the Fair Payment Gold Award! This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to fair and transparent payment practices, ensuring everyone is valued. A big thank you to all who’ve supported us on this journey! #FairPayment #LipspeakerUK
A reminder that we still have a long way to go…
#BSL #SignLanguageWeek #RaiseAwareness #SLW2025 #LanguageRights #HealthEquity
#BSL #SignLanguageWeek #RaiseAwareness #SLW2025 #LanguageRights #HealthEquity
March 19, 2025 at 9:11 AM
A reminder that we still have a long way to go…
#BSL #SignLanguageWeek #RaiseAwareness #SLW2025 #LanguageRights #HealthEquity
#BSL #SignLanguageWeek #RaiseAwareness #SLW2025 #LanguageRights #HealthEquity
British Sign Language (BSL) is not universal, but it is legally recognized and used by thousands in the UK. It differs from Makaton and requires years of training to interpret. Each country has its own signed language. Share more facts in the comments! #SignLanguageWeek #SLW2025
March 18, 2025 at 11:04 AM
British Sign Language (BSL) is not universal, but it is legally recognized and used by thousands in the UK. It differs from Makaton and requires years of training to interpret. Each country has its own signed language. Share more facts in the comments! #SignLanguageWeek #SLW2025
Sign Language Week 2025 is here! From March 17–23, we celebrate British Sign Language #BAL and Irish Sign Language #ISL
This year’s theme is ‘More than a language: culture, community, and belonging’
#SignLanguageWeek
signlanguageweek.org.uk
This year’s theme is ‘More than a language: culture, community, and belonging’
#SignLanguageWeek
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Home SLW 2025 - Sign Language Week
17 - 23 March 2025Sign Language Week More than a language: culture, community and belonging Sign Language Week is a flagship awareness week for British Sign Language and Irish Sign Language, celebrate...
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March 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Sign Language Week 2025 is here! From March 17–23, we celebrate British Sign Language #BAL and Irish Sign Language #ISL
This year’s theme is ‘More than a language: culture, community, and belonging’
#SignLanguageWeek
signlanguageweek.org.uk
This year’s theme is ‘More than a language: culture, community, and belonging’
#SignLanguageWeek
signlanguageweek.org.uk
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New workshop for #BSL interpreters and translators: Find out about SignHealth's Domestic Abuse Service, preferred signs, jargon and how you can support in disclosing abuse.
18 March 6:30-8:30pm - Register for zoom link here: zoom.us/meeting/register/wh54FbTWSImZ4fyI...
#SignLangua#SignLanguageWeek
18 March 6:30-8:30pm - Register for zoom link here: zoom.us/meeting/register/wh54FbTWSImZ4fyI...
#SignLangua#SignLanguageWeek
March 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
New workshop for #BSL interpreters and translators: Find out about SignHealth's Domestic Abuse Service, preferred signs, jargon and how you can support in disclosing abuse.
18 March 6:30-8:30pm - Register for zoom link here: zoom.us/meeting/register/wh54FbTWSImZ4fyI...
#SignLangua#SignLanguageWeek
18 March 6:30-8:30pm - Register for zoom link here: zoom.us/meeting/register/wh54FbTWSImZ4fyI...
#SignLangua#SignLanguageWeek
Sign Language Week is coming from March 17th to 21st! Celebrate and raise awareness about British and Irish Sign Language (BSL & ISL), the deaf community, and language preservation. Take part in learning opportunities, no matter your skill level. #SignLanguageWeek #BSL #ISL
March 12, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Sign Language Week is coming from March 17th to 21st! Celebrate and raise awareness about British and Irish Sign Language (BSL & ISL), the deaf community, and language preservation. Take part in learning opportunities, no matter your skill level. #SignLanguageWeek #BSL #ISL
Want to get the most from #AccessToWork
Our specialist service offers application support, a dedicated bookings team, real-time tracking, budget management, and fast payments to professionals—eliminating DWP delays and ensuring consistent support.
Contact us for more info 👏🏻
Our specialist service offers application support, a dedicated bookings team, real-time tracking, budget management, and fast payments to professionals—eliminating DWP delays and ensuring consistent support.
Contact us for more info 👏🏻
March 10, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Want to get the most from #AccessToWork
Our specialist service offers application support, a dedicated bookings team, real-time tracking, budget management, and fast payments to professionals—eliminating DWP delays and ensuring consistent support.
Contact us for more info 👏🏻
Our specialist service offers application support, a dedicated bookings team, real-time tracking, budget management, and fast payments to professionals—eliminating DWP delays and ensuring consistent support.
Contact us for more info 👏🏻
🚨 Big News for Lipspeaker Training 🚨
The former level 3 certificate in #Lipspeaking is being replaced by a brand new qualification - Level 3 Certificate in Professional Communication Support, awarded by @SignatureDeaf
Find out more:
www.lipspeaker.co.uk
#LipspeakersTraining #Lipspeakers
The former level 3 certificate in #Lipspeaking is being replaced by a brand new qualification - Level 3 Certificate in Professional Communication Support, awarded by @SignatureDeaf
Find out more:
www.lipspeaker.co.uk
#LipspeakersTraining #Lipspeakers
March 6, 2025 at 6:05 PM
🚨 Big News for Lipspeaker Training 🚨
The former level 3 certificate in #Lipspeaking is being replaced by a brand new qualification - Level 3 Certificate in Professional Communication Support, awarded by @SignatureDeaf
Find out more:
www.lipspeaker.co.uk
#LipspeakersTraining #Lipspeakers
The former level 3 certificate in #Lipspeaking is being replaced by a brand new qualification - Level 3 Certificate in Professional Communication Support, awarded by @SignatureDeaf
Find out more:
www.lipspeaker.co.uk
#LipspeakersTraining #Lipspeakers
We offer a range of services including:
✅ BSL Interpreting
✅ Speech-To-Text Reporting
✅ Sign Language Translation
✅ Expert Lipreading
✅ Deafblind Interpreting & Guiding
✅ Lipspeaking
✅ Notetaking
Plus, Lipspeaker training, Access To Work support and more!
www.lipspeaker.co.uk #DeafAccess
✅ BSL Interpreting
✅ Speech-To-Text Reporting
✅ Sign Language Translation
✅ Expert Lipreading
✅ Deafblind Interpreting & Guiding
✅ Lipspeaking
✅ Notetaking
Plus, Lipspeaker training, Access To Work support and more!
www.lipspeaker.co.uk #DeafAccess
March 4, 2025 at 2:16 PM
We offer a range of services including:
✅ BSL Interpreting
✅ Speech-To-Text Reporting
✅ Sign Language Translation
✅ Expert Lipreading
✅ Deafblind Interpreting & Guiding
✅ Lipspeaking
✅ Notetaking
Plus, Lipspeaker training, Access To Work support and more!
www.lipspeaker.co.uk #DeafAccess
✅ BSL Interpreting
✅ Speech-To-Text Reporting
✅ Sign Language Translation
✅ Expert Lipreading
✅ Deafblind Interpreting & Guiding
✅ Lipspeaking
✅ Notetaking
Plus, Lipspeaker training, Access To Work support and more!
www.lipspeaker.co.uk #DeafAccess
📢 Good Preparation Matters!
Providing prep materials to Communication Support Professionals ensures deaf professionals provide the best support they can in your workplace.
📖 Read more and download our free guide: lipspeaker.co.uk/deaf-at-work...
#AccessToWork
Providing prep materials to Communication Support Professionals ensures deaf professionals provide the best support they can in your workplace.
📖 Read more and download our free guide: lipspeaker.co.uk/deaf-at-work...
#AccessToWork
Deaf At Work: The Importance of Prep - Lipspeaker
The importance of prep materials for your comms support (CSPs) can't be understated when you're deaf at work. Download our free guide!
lipspeaker.co.uk
February 27, 2025 at 4:10 PM
📢 Good Preparation Matters!
Providing prep materials to Communication Support Professionals ensures deaf professionals provide the best support they can in your workplace.
📖 Read more and download our free guide: lipspeaker.co.uk/deaf-at-work...
#AccessToWork
Providing prep materials to Communication Support Professionals ensures deaf professionals provide the best support they can in your workplace.
📖 Read more and download our free guide: lipspeaker.co.uk/deaf-at-work...
#AccessToWork
The @RealBirthCo is passionate about antenatal education and provides a digital programme online in a wide range of languages. They have announced they will soon be releasing a #BSL translated version!
Great news for #DeafParents #DeafMaternity
therealbirthworkshop.online/english/cont...
Great news for #DeafParents #DeafMaternity
therealbirthworkshop.online/english/cont...
Welcome to The Real Birth Digital Programme
A birth physiology workshop from The Real Birth Company that takes you on a journey of how your body changes and helps you plan for a positive experience.
therealbirthworkshop.online
February 26, 2025 at 12:14 PM
The @RealBirthCo is passionate about antenatal education and provides a digital programme online in a wide range of languages. They have announced they will soon be releasing a #BSL translated version!
Great news for #DeafParents #DeafMaternity
therealbirthworkshop.online/english/cont...
Great news for #DeafParents #DeafMaternity
therealbirthworkshop.online/english/cont...
Our first selection day is fully booked but due to high demand, we’re hosting a second assessment day for our Professional Lipspeaker Training on Monday 28th April! To secure your place, email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk. Don’t miss out! #LipspeakerTraining #Lipspeakers #Lipspeaking #CommunicationSupport
February 24, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Our first selection day is fully booked but due to high demand, we’re hosting a second assessment day for our Professional Lipspeaker Training on Monday 28th April! To secure your place, email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk. Don’t miss out! #LipspeakerTraining #Lipspeakers #Lipspeaking #CommunicationSupport
🖥️ The University of Surrey has been awarded £8.45m to build a sign language artificial intelligence (AI) model for the deaf community.
Check out the article for more information 👇🏻
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Check out the article for more information 👇🏻
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
University of Surrey project will build sign language AI model
The project will build tools to translate spoken language into photo-realistic sign language.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 21, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🖥️ The University of Surrey has been awarded £8.45m to build a sign language artificial intelligence (AI) model for the deaf community.
Check out the article for more information 👇🏻
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Check out the article for more information 👇🏻
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
🚨 DeafAtW shared an important survey
The Lilac Review, by Small Business Britain, is investigating barriers faced by deaf and disabled entrepreneurs. Takes 10 mins & could win £250. Available in English & BSL.
English: rb.gy/13tyd6
BSL: rb.gy/j3s2ub
#Deaf #AccessToWork
The Lilac Review, by Small Business Britain, is investigating barriers faced by deaf and disabled entrepreneurs. Takes 10 mins & could win £250. Available in English & BSL.
English: rb.gy/13tyd6
BSL: rb.gy/j3s2ub
#Deaf #AccessToWork
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February 21, 2025 at 10:45 AM
🚨 DeafAtW shared an important survey
The Lilac Review, by Small Business Britain, is investigating barriers faced by deaf and disabled entrepreneurs. Takes 10 mins & could win £250. Available in English & BSL.
English: rb.gy/13tyd6
BSL: rb.gy/j3s2ub
#Deaf #AccessToWork
The Lilac Review, by Small Business Britain, is investigating barriers faced by deaf and disabled entrepreneurs. Takes 10 mins & could win £250. Available in English & BSL.
English: rb.gy/13tyd6
BSL: rb.gy/j3s2ub
#Deaf #AccessToWork
Health Watch needs you 🫵🏻
@HealthwatchE are looking for deaf people to feedback their experiences with the provision of non-BSL communication support (Lipspeakers/STTR etc) or reasonable adjustments for health appointments
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#DeafExperience #DeafAccess
@HealthwatchE are looking for deaf people to feedback their experiences with the provision of non-BSL communication support (Lipspeakers/STTR etc) or reasonable adjustments for health appointments
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#DeafExperience #DeafAccess
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February 18, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Health Watch needs you 🫵🏻
@HealthwatchE are looking for deaf people to feedback their experiences with the provision of non-BSL communication support (Lipspeakers/STTR etc) or reasonable adjustments for health appointments
shorturl.at/kONTu
#DeafExperience #DeafAccess
@HealthwatchE are looking for deaf people to feedback their experiences with the provision of non-BSL communication support (Lipspeakers/STTR etc) or reasonable adjustments for health appointments
shorturl.at/kONTu
#DeafExperience #DeafAccess
Congrats to Mike Gardner – Communication Professional of the Month for January! 🎉
Mike has been recognised for his adaptability & dedication as a #BSL Interpreter. He was nominated by a client who praised his quick thinking and willingness to go the extra mile in a high-pressure situation.
Mike has been recognised for his adaptability & dedication as a #BSL Interpreter. He was nominated by a client who praised his quick thinking and willingness to go the extra mile in a high-pressure situation.
February 13, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Congrats to Mike Gardner – Communication Professional of the Month for January! 🎉
Mike has been recognised for his adaptability & dedication as a #BSL Interpreter. He was nominated by a client who praised his quick thinking and willingness to go the extra mile in a high-pressure situation.
Mike has been recognised for his adaptability & dedication as a #BSL Interpreter. He was nominated by a client who praised his quick thinking and willingness to go the extra mile in a high-pressure situation.
📢 Rebecca A Withey: Things to consider when choosing your BSL class or tutor
🤟🏻 Is teacher is native or experienced in the language
🤟🏻 Do they hold a teaching qualification?
🤟🏻 Does the course have a realistic time plan?
🤟🏻 What is the investment?
limpingchicken.com/2025/02/11/r...
#BSL #LearnBSL
🤟🏻 Is teacher is native or experienced in the language
🤟🏻 Do they hold a teaching qualification?
🤟🏻 Does the course have a realistic time plan?
🤟🏻 What is the investment?
limpingchicken.com/2025/02/11/r...
#BSL #LearnBSL
Rebecca A Withey: Things to consider when choosing your BSL class or tutor (BSL)
I was recently asked by a hearing acquaintance how they could start learning sign language. This question sparked an in-depth conversation as we delved into all the possible places one could learn …
limpingchicken.com
February 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
📢 Rebecca A Withey: Things to consider when choosing your BSL class or tutor
🤟🏻 Is teacher is native or experienced in the language
🤟🏻 Do they hold a teaching qualification?
🤟🏻 Does the course have a realistic time plan?
🤟🏻 What is the investment?
limpingchicken.com/2025/02/11/r...
#BSL #LearnBSL
🤟🏻 Is teacher is native or experienced in the language
🤟🏻 Do they hold a teaching qualification?
🤟🏻 Does the course have a realistic time plan?
🤟🏻 What is the investment?
limpingchicken.com/2025/02/11/r...
#BSL #LearnBSL
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
Applications are open for our Signature Level 3 Certificate in #Lipspeaking
To apply, you’ll need to book an assessment session.
🚨 Places are expected to fill quickly! For details & booking email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
#Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining #DeafAccess #Lipspeaker
Applications are open for our Signature Level 3 Certificate in #Lipspeaking
To apply, you’ll need to book an assessment session.
🚨 Places are expected to fill quickly! For details & booking email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
#Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining #DeafAccess #Lipspeaker
February 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
Applications are open for our Signature Level 3 Certificate in #Lipspeaking
To apply, you’ll need to book an assessment session.
🚨 Places are expected to fill quickly! For details & booking email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
#Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining #DeafAccess #Lipspeaker
Applications are open for our Signature Level 3 Certificate in #Lipspeaking
To apply, you’ll need to book an assessment session.
🚨 Places are expected to fill quickly! For details & booking email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
#Lipspeaking #LipspeakerTraining #DeafAccess #Lipspeaker
Join our freelance network 👏🏻
If you’re a #Lipspeaker #BSLInterpreter #SpeechToTextReporter #Notetaker or any other comms professional, we’d love to have you on board.
Email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
📋 DBS certificate
📋 Valid Insurance
📋 NRCPD registration
📋 Commitment to client-first ethos
If you’re a #Lipspeaker #BSLInterpreter #SpeechToTextReporter #Notetaker or any other comms professional, we’d love to have you on board.
Email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
📋 DBS certificate
📋 Valid Insurance
📋 NRCPD registration
📋 Commitment to client-first ethos
February 11, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Join our freelance network 👏🏻
If you’re a #Lipspeaker #BSLInterpreter #SpeechToTextReporter #Notetaker or any other comms professional, we’d love to have you on board.
Email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
📋 DBS certificate
📋 Valid Insurance
📋 NRCPD registration
📋 Commitment to client-first ethos
If you’re a #Lipspeaker #BSLInterpreter #SpeechToTextReporter #Notetaker or any other comms professional, we’d love to have you on board.
Email suzi@lipspeaker.co.uk
📋 DBS certificate
📋 Valid Insurance
📋 NRCPD registration
📋 Commitment to client-first ethos
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🚨Sign This Petition Calling For Better Registration, Regulation & Oversight of Deafblind Interpreters/Communicator Guides 👇🏻
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#Deafblind #DeafblindAwareness #TakeAction #Petition
🚨Sign This Petition Calling For Better Registration, Regulation & Oversight of Deafblind Interpreters/Communicator Guides 👇🏻
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February 10, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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