Jayne, also known as Fletch@, is one of the UK’s leading Deaf SignSong performers and a passionate advocate for British Sign Language and Deaf Awareness.

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Jayne’s passion for music began when she was just nine years old. Growing up Deaf, music was something she experienced in her own unique way. By combining her deep love for music with her native language, British Sign Language (BSL), Jayne developed a powerful and expressive performance style — and SignSong was born.

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At just 16 years old, Jayne achieved a dream moment when she was selected to perform on stage with Ronan Keating from Boyzone at Wembley Arena in London, signing the song When You Say Nothing At All. As Ronan Keating had always been Jayne’s personal pop idol, being chosen to interpret his music live in front of thousands was an unforgettable and life-changing experience.

Following this early success, Jayne went on to become a solo SignSong artist and is now widely recognised for her captivating performances. Known to many by her performance name “Fletch@”, she has performed to audiences of hundreds across the UK. Through music and visual performance, Jayne uses SignSong to connect with both Deaf and hearing audiences while promoting Deaf culture and awareness.

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Jayne has always been passionate about creating opportunities for Deaf and hearing people to come together. She previously founded and ran an integrated youth theatre project called Words, Signs & Vibes at Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre. The project brought together young people from a wide range of backgrounds to act, perform, and celebrate disability, diversity, and inclusion.

Her lifelong ambition is to inspire hearing people to learn British Sign Language and to one day teach celebrity singers how to sign their own songs. Jayne strongly believes in raising Deaf awareness and showing the world that Deaf people can achieve anything — except hear.

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Jayne’s determination, enthusiasm, and commitment to breaking down barriers have led to several prestigious recognitions. In 2012 she won the Prince’s Trust Regional Award – Young Achiever of the Year, later attending the UK finals in London where she received her award from Prince Charles.

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In 2013 she became a Young Ambassador for The Prince’s Trust, Include Me Too, and Walsall Deaf Children’s Society. That same year she was also shortlisted as one of the final five nominees from over 55,000 entries for the Pride of Britain Awards.

Jayne has also worked alongside the charity SignHealth to promote the Sign2Sing campaign, helping to encourage schools and communities across the UK to learn sign language and celebrate Deaf culture.

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Jayne now focuses on teaching British Sign Language, sharing her experience, passion, and knowledge to inspire the next generation of learners.