British Sign Language Interpreter

Telelanguage; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading language service provider is looking for a Registered Sign Language Interpreter to provide onsite and prescheduled virtual interpretation. The successful candidate must have a Level 6-BSL qualification and relevant interpreting experience. This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent interpersonal skills while dealing with clients in various settings. Applicants should demonstrate professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive information effectively.

Qualifications

• Registered Sign Language Interpreter (RSLI) in the UK.
• Registration with NRCPD: National Registers of Communication Professionals.
• 1 year of relevant interpreting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite and/or prescheduled virtual interpretation.
• Interpret critical information accurately into target languages.
• Comply with applicable ethics and standards.

Skills

Excellent resourcefulness

Attention to detail

Sign language communication

Customer service orientation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 6-BSL Language Qualification Certificate

Level 6-Diploma and/or Postgraduate Degree

Tools

Intermediate level computer skills

Job description

At Propio Language Services we are closing language gap by connecting people anywhere and anytime through innovative technology and solutions.

Founded in 1998 Propio Language Services provides critical interpreting and translation services that improve the quality of life with the communities we engage in. We do that by providing both remote and onsite services in more than 350 Spoken Languages and Sign Languages, for over 14,000 clients with a diverse and highly experienced staff, and over 15,000 contract interpreters.

Quality interpretation is critical to our shared success, and it is only possible by bringing in the best interpreters in the industry.

We have an immediate need for an Onsite & Virtual Pre-Scheduled British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide onsite and/or prescheduled virtual interpretation.
• Precisely and accurately interpret critical information given by Propio’s clients into pre-determined target language(s).
• Comply with applicable ethics and standards.
• Interpret in a timely and accurate manner for the consumer/family members in a wide variety of settings (Retail stores, corporate meetings, employee meetings, trainings, etc).
• Establish and maintain quality service and positive interaction with all customers, visitors, and employees.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with NRCPD, RBSLI and/or regulatory requirements or policies and standards.
• Complete daily activity logs and other documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Sign Language Interpreter (RSLI) in the UK
  • Level 6-BSL Language Qualification Certificate
  • Level 6-Diploma and/or Postgraduate Degree
• Registration with NRCPD: National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf and Deaf Blind People
• 1 year of relevant interpreting experience
• Intermediate level computer skills

Soft Skills

• Excellent resourcefulness, ownership, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal and sign language communication.
• Outstanding customer service and professional behavior.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent English skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation.
• Demonstrates excellent listening skills.
• Ability to interact and communicate with people over the video and often in stressful or difficult situations.
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions and contributes to problem solving.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Propio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.