Meet the company

This high fasion company wanted their brand inclusive and innovative and embarked on a journey to make their retail experience inclusive for all.

First and foremost, they wanted Deaf Awareness Training for their retail staff. The goal? To create a truly embracing brand experience.

After we first engaged, it was approached that having a deaf retail assistant would be a first and a groundbreaking move in high fashion.

The brand were unsure if this would work as face-to-face discussions with clients was a must.

We explained Access to Work to them, the use of British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters to support the retail assistant to learn their practice and procedures and allow discussion with high end clients.

They were keen to see if this could work!

We set up a video advert for the brand in BSL to find a deaf person interested in high fashion.

We gained 5 applicants and 2 candidates progressed to the next stage after initial interviews.

We encouraged the brand to offer store tours to access to the working environment and ensure Deaf candidates felt welcome.

Prior to this, their high fashion stores were not seen as accessible to Deaf individuals.

The store team were deaf awareness trained and we started work.

The campaign culminated in the hiring of a talented Deaf sales assistant.

The high fashion brand's commitment to inclusivity and innovation made history in high fashion.

Hello, we are Deaf Umbrella!

We believe that inclusivity and diversity in all aspects of life should be as seamless as possible, just like a good cup of coffee.

Whether you are in search of comprehensive BSL communication solutions, deaf awareness training, or set up Access to Work, we are here to guide you on your journey.

Reach out today and lets embark on this empowering path together!

Potential candidates

Dive into the selection of deaf people actively looking for a job from our Job Club:

TRADES:

• Mr. P. – Mitcham – Looking for painting and decorating – 25 years experience

• Mr. B. – Kilburn – Delivery Driver – 9 years experience

• Mr. H. – Bromley – Electrician – just finished College

• Mrs. L. – Greenwich – Cleaner – 5 years experience

ADMIN:

• Mr. J. - Kensington – Looking for an admin roll – 20 years experience

• Mr. A. – Bromley – Wants a nursery childcare apprenticeship – 3 years work experience

• Mrs. J. - School Teacher assistant, administration, or supermarket

• Mr. P. - London - Part time Specialist Outreach Worker

RETAIL:

• Mr. C. – Bexley – Wants retail work – no experience

Job vacancies

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