Cantonese Interpreter

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interpreting services provider in the UK is seeking Cantonese Interpreters in Oxford. Candidates should be fluent in Cantonese and English, with flexibility for remote and in-person assignments. The role provides an opportunity to make a real impact in the community, offering competitive pay and flexible working hours. Ideal candidates have a community interpreting qualification or relevant experience.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay rates

Supportive and professional team

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to apply.
• Professional references are required.
• Proof of ID and address is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face, telephone, and video remote interpreting services.
• Work with various clients in NHS, social services, and legal settings.

Skills

Fluency in Cantonese

Fluency in English

Education

Community interpreting qualification, DPSI, or NRPSI registration

Job description

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Sector: NHS, Local Authorities, Legal, Education, and Private Sector

About the Role

Are you a fluent Cantonese speaker based in Oxford or nearby areas, looking to make a difference in your community?

We are currently recruiting Cantonese Interpreters to join our growing network of professional linguists. Whether you're an experienced qualified interpreter seeking more assignments or an interpreter looking to start your career as a freelance interpreter, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Absolute Interpreting and Translations Ltd is a leading UK-based provider of face-to-face, telephone, and video remote interpreting services, working with NHS trusts, local councils, law firms, insurance companies, and private clients across the UK.

Why Join Us?

Flexible working hours accept assignments that fit your schedule

Opportunities for both remote interpreting and in-person appointments

Supportive and professional team

Competitive pay rates

Work that makes a real impact in your local community

Typical Assignments Include:

NHS hospitals and GP practices

Social services and child protection

Schools and educational settings

Solicitor appointments and court hearings

Housing and council departments

Private sector consultations

Requirements:

Fluency in English and Cantonese

Right to work in the UK

Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to apply)

Professional references

Proof of ID and address

We welcome applicants with a community interpreting qualification, DPSI, NRPSI registration, or relevant experience in the field.

Were Also Recruiting Other Languages

In addition, we are actively recruiting interpreters for the following languages nationwide:

Cantonese, Somali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Twi, Yoruba, Greek, Igbo, Wolof, Xhosa, Sinhalese, Akan, Fante, Ga, Shona, Hausa, and more.

Don't see your language listed? Please still apply we welcome interpreters of all languages as we expand our national coverage.

If you are interested in our interpreting role, please apply!