Face to Face Interpreting for Deaf & Hard of Hearing People
What we offer at Sign Solutions
At Sign Solutions, we provide reliable, high-quality face-to-face interpreting services across the UK, available 365 days a year. Our fully qualified interpreters are DBS checked, NRCPD registered, and located nationwide, delivering support across all forms of non-spoken communication. From meetings and HR discussions to training, interviews and complex environments, we offer a responsive booking service backed by a strong network of in-house and freelance interpreters.
Why organisations choose Sign Solutions:
- NRCPD‑registered BSL interpreters
- UK‑wide coverage
- Fast turnaround and dependable scheduling
- Experienced in corporate and regulated sectors
Did you know?
Deaf people rely on various methods of communication and at Sign Solutions we provide a vast range of support for Deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing users in any domain.Â
If you want support or advice on which type of communication support to book, just ask our experienced team.
British Sign Language
British Sign Language (BSL) is the first or preferred language of around 150,000 people in the UK. BSL is a language in its own right, with its own grammar structure, and regional variations.Â
British Sign Language (BSL) / English Interpreters
NRCPD registered or equivalent
BSL/English interpreters translate between spoken English and British Sign Language, enabling clear, two-way communication between Deaf and hearing people across a wide range of settings.
Lipspeakers
NRCPD registered or equivalent
Lipspeakers silently repeat speech using clear lip patterns, natural gestures and facial expressions, helping lipreaders follow conversations more easily.
We also offer Lipspeakers with Additional Sign, who combine lipspeaking with supportive signs and fingerspelling.
Notetakers
Electronic and Manual – NRCPD registered or equivalent
Manual Notetakers provide clear, accurate written notes across a range of settings, including education, healthcare, and the workplace.
Electronic Notetakers used linked laptops to produce real-time notes, which can be saved and edited afterwards to support personal review and understanding.
Speech-to-Text Reporters
NRCPD/BIVR Members
A Speech-to-Text Reporter provides a live, word-for-word transcription of everything spoken, displayed on a screen for real-time access.
They capture not only spoken works but also relevant sounds and context, such as laughter or applause, ensuring a complete and accurate record of communication.
Deafblind Interpreters
Visual Frame, Hands-On, or Manual NRCPD Registered or equivalent
Deafblind Manual interpreters communicate by spelling words onto the Deafblind person’s hands using touch, enabling direct access.
Deafblind Hands-On interpreters guide the Deafblind person’s hands to feel BSL signs, supporting understanding through movement and shape.
Visual Frame interpreters adapt their signing into a smaller, clearer space to match an individual’s visual field and communication needs.
Communication Support Workers (CSWs)
Communication Support Workers support Deaf children and young people in foundation education, helping them access learning and participate fully.
They work across schools, colleges, and training settings, and may also support Deaf adults in work placements or their workplace where additional communication support is needed.
Sign Supported English (SSE)
BSL/English Interpreters; NRCPD Registered or equivalent
Sign Supported English (SSE) uses BSL signs but follows the spoken English syntax. This differs from BSL which has its distinct grammar and syntax.
Relay Intralingual Interpreters
NRCPD Registered or equivalent
Relay Intralingual Interpreters, commonly referred to as Deaf Relays, are Deaf language professionals who work alongside BSL/English interpreters to support effective communication.
They are skilled in working with d/Deaf individuals who have minimal language skills or have additional communication needs, including individuals with mental health conditions or learning disabilities.
By adapting and relaying information in a way that is accessible, they help ensure communication is clear, accurate, and fully understood.
Thank you so much for sending two outstanding signers. They were excellent. I would definitely recommend them
CAFCASS
Sign Solutions should be proud of their team to help Deaf people like me
Hamza
I am always thankful for Kim, as she is so helpful for booking appointments for our customers with interpreters
Sam – Scope
Not sure which professional to book?
With over 27 years of experience providing interpreting services, get in touch and we will help you find the right support.
