Our Team

I’m Deaf, I sign, and I’m the Owner and Managing Director of Positive Signs. Before establishing Positive Signs in 2004, I enjoyed a diverse career …

My role at Positive Signs is Director of Strategy, my role has evolved over the years from a CSW to the Director of Strategy today …

Hi , my name is George Paull, I am a Digital Content Creator here at Positive Signs, I joined here in September 2022. I used to study at St Martins Sixth Form What I like most about working here at Positive Signs are the friendly colleagues and the extroverted thinking and creativity that brings us … Continued

HI, my name is Sophie Paull
I work at Positive Signs as a Social Media Specialist.
I used to study at St Martins Sixth Form and left there in 2024
What I love about Positive Signs is the colleagues and environment that allows us to grow to our best selves.
I am passionate about working at Positive Signs because I want to raise awareness and opportunities for Deaf people.
I have A-Level qualifications in Psychology, Sociology and Medi and I am currently learning BSL Level One, at Positive Signs.
I hope to meet you soon!

 I am an in-house Interpreter (RSLI) at Positive Signs. I joined the company in May 2021.

Previously, I studied British Sign Language (Interpreting, Translating and Applied Language Studies) at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh (2016-2020). 

Hi, my name is Lucy Michaels
I work as Interpreting Bookings Coordinator at Positive Signs, I joined here 12th June 2024. 
I recently worked in a private medical insurance broker (a completely different world now!)
What I like best about Positive Signs is everyone is very passionate about what they do and achieve. Growing up as the only deaf person in my family, I understand the importance of raising awareness and meeting the needs of the deaf community.
I am passionate about helping people, being compassionate and equality for everyone. Seeing clients being satisfied and happy with the service is certainly rewarding.

I am a full BSL user and more than happy to have a chat anytime!
I hope to see you all around! Byeeee!

My name is April. I have used British Sign Language since I was very young as I am a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) 

I joined Positive Signs in September 2023 as a Communication Support Worker after previously working as an administrator for a charity.

Hi my name is Sabrina, I am the Interpreting Manager at Positive Signs.

I started my journey here in September 2021 as the Education Coordinator in the Education Department. I am now excited to take on this new role and I look forward to working within the
Interpreting Department, using my skills and knowledge to ensure and provide Deaf people have the right access they need.

Previously I was freelancing with Positive Signs as a Note-taker and a CSW. What I love most about Positive Signs is that it is a Deaf-led company, and their mission is to support and break barriers for Deaf people.

My qualifications are BSL Level 3 and Note-taking

Hi, my name is Shelly and I’m the Training Manager at Positive Signs. I started my journey with Positive Signs back in 2021 as a CSW and Training Support. Since then, I’ve earned my Trainee Sign Language Interpreter badge and have transitioned into my current role as a manager.

I’m Sally Jane Pamment and my role at Positive Signs is Employment Support Officer. 

I joined the team in June 2023, bringing with me over 30 years’ experience working in employment support and guidance.

Hi, my name is Helen Aska

I’m Employment Support at Positive Signs, I joined October 2022, to help Deaf clients find work.  I work in the Employment Team where I meet with clients and support them in finding work by removing barriers, create professional CVs, brush up on interview skills and techniques used and provide appropriate BSL interpreters for the interviews.

Hello, my name is Deborah. I’m a BSL GURU at Positive Signs. I teach DISCOVER BSL, BSL Level ONE, BSL Level TWO, DEAF AWARE and I offer BSL GURU sessions, all of this online and onsite.

I was born Deaf and I went to the Deaf school. I visit Deaf nursery’s and School’s regularly as a volunteer, I was inspired by the Deaf children to become a BSL teacher.

Hello, my name is Jason. This is my sign name. I am a British Sign Language Guru. I have worked at Positive Signs in the Training department for over three years. I really enjoy training on the different BSL courses, Level 2 and Level 3. I have 27 years worth of experience training and teaching … Continued