Nicola
British Sign Language Communication Support Assistant
How did you come to choose to work alongside the Deaf/Deafblind? :
I fell in love with signing because it’s beautiful to watch. I feel like I’m watching a performance when I watch someone sign. It’s so expressive. it’s beautiful and unique.
Hobbies and Interests:
I love to teach Dance and go to Sign language classes. I love to spend time with friends.
What relevant qualifications do you possess? :
Fully Qualified teacher with QTS
Level two BSL - Signature
Level three BSL - Signature
Preferred method(s) of communication:
I am confident with signing, but I'm still learning so please be patient with me!
Training:
Not at the moment. For the last 3 years I have studied BSL and this year I am taking some time off to get more exposure and experience in the deaf community.
What’s your favourite colour? :
Mmmmm, probably leopard print in any colour.
Tell me an interesting story:
I went to University in York and studied dance…. I was super lucky to take part in a Dance exchange programme and I got to spend the 3rd year of my degree in New York. I lived on campus and danced all day. My time in the USA made me the person I am today. I love to push myself, I try to be brave and embrace any challenges that come my way.
My favourite thing is:
1. My family
2. My work
3. Travelling
My children are brilliant, funny and very cheeky. I have always danced from a very young age and now I’m lucky enough to encourage and teach others. Doing sign language is an extension of it.
Travelling- I went to New York for 1yr of my degree and I’ve been hooked on travelling ever since!
I don't like:
N/A
What frightens you? :
Spiders….. gross!
Roller coasters…. Aaarrrggghhh!
and
Get old!
Do you like Marmite? :
Yes but I have to be in the mood for it… goes a treat on a crumpet!
Do you keep ketchup in the fridge or cupboard? :
Absolutely not in the fridge… ketchup lives in the cupboard next to the HP sauce.
Background Information
I’m a full time mummy to 2 spectacular little boys, a part time dance teacher and now working with BSL Plus. I was born in Manchester, studying dance at university then moved to the big smoke. I lived in London for 10 years and loved every minute.
