Relay UK Customer Service

Birmingham

Relay UK Call Handler - Make Every Word Count

Birmingham

£13.97 - £46.52 per hour (shift‑dependent)

37.5 hours per week | 5 days over 7 (incl. weekends & bank holidays)

Start Date: 18/05/2026

4 weeks full-time training (100% attendance required)

Do you type 50+ words per minute with 98% accuracy?

If yes-your typing ability isn't just a skill…

➡️ It's a lifeline.

➡️ It's communication for people who rely on you.

➡️ It's support in moments that truly matter.

Relay UK is a vital service helping deaf, hard of hearing, and speech‑impaired individuals connect with emergency services, businesses, friends, and family. As a Relay UK Call Handler , your fast and accurate typing ensures every message is delivered clearly, safely, and in real time.

This role is perfect for someone who is calm, compassionate, and confident under pressure- and who has exceptional typing skills.

What You'll Be Doing

️ Real-Time Communication

  • Convert spoken words into text instantly and accurately.
  • Support Relay UK calls, Directory Enquiries (118500), and more.

Communicating With Care

  • Stay calm, patient, and empathetic-especially during difficult or emotional calls.
  • Provide a reliable lifeline for users who depend on you.

Attention to Detail

  • Your precision keeps conversations flowing smoothly.
  • Your accuracy ensures clarity and safety, especially in urgent situations.

What We're Looking For

⌨️ Outstanding Typing Skills (Essential)

You MUST type 50+ WPM at 98% accuracy.

Typing will be tested during the application process.

If you love fast-paced typing work and pride yourself on accuracy-this role is for you.

Key Attributes

  • Clear, empathetic communicator
  • Able to stay composed under pressure
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Able to follow processes and think critically

Shift Patterns

  • 08:00-19:00 for 2 weeks
  • 12:00-23:00 for the next 2 weeks
  • Some rest days will fall on weekends

Rewards & Benefits

  • Competitive pay + overtime opportunities
  • Fully paid, comprehensive training
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Access to the Blue Arrow training portal
  • Pension scheme
  • 28 days paid holiday

Application Process

  1. Teams Interview & Typing Assessment (50 WPM & 98% Accuracy)
  2. Client Interview & typing assessment
  3. Pre-employment checks

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

If you want a role where your typing skills genuinely help people-and where every word you type matters- apply today and become part of a team that keeps essential communication flowing.

We proudly welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to be an inclusive employer.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Posted 2026-04-30

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