Face-to-Face Interpreter

Word360; Leeds; Remote; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent interpreting service provider in the UK is seeking skilled interpreters to provide essential language support in the Health and Social Care sectors. This self-employed role involves delivering interpretation services to clients, thereby improving access to critical services for individuals with limited English proficiency. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills in English and an additional language, along with a strong sense of professionalism and empathy. Flexibility in assignments and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Meaningful Impact

Ongoing Support & Training

Qualifications

• Excellent English and another language.
• Strong organisational and management skills.
• Professionalism with an empathetic approach.
• Confidence in various interpreting environments.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate is required.
• Self-employment eligibility in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver language interpretation services in Health and Social Care sectors.
• Support individuals accessing services through NHS and local councils.
• Break down communication barriers for service access.

Skills

Excellent communication skills in English and an additional language

Strong organisational abilities

Professionalism and enthusiasm

Confidence interpreting across various environments

Enhanced DBS Certificate

Eligibility for self-employment in the UK

Job description

Overview

Apply today and start making a difference in your community. Word360 is the Midlands' largest interpreting and translation service provider, proudly partnering with a wide range of clients within Leeds, Pudsey, Huddersfield, Halifax, and Harrogate. We are currently seeking skilled, passionate, and reliable interpreters to provide face-to-face language support for individuals with limited English proficiency.

If you’re looking for a rewarding freelance opportunity where your work has a direct and positive impact on people’s lives, this could be the perfect role for you.

Responsibilities

As a face-to-face interpreter, you will deliver vital language interpretation services to a range of organisations, particularly within the Health and Social Care sectors. Your assignments may include supporting individuals accessing services through the NHS, local councils, charities, and private businesses. You will play a key role in breaking down communication barriers, ensuring that every person has access to the services and support they need.

Please note: This role involves regular travel within and around the West Yorkshire area.

Languages in Demand

We are particularly seeking interpreters fluent in one or more of the following languages:

• Albanian
• Amharic
• Arabic
• Bengali
• Cantonese
• Czech
• Dari
• Farsi
• Hungarian
• Kurdish - Bahdini
• Kurdish - Sorani
• Latvian
• Oromo
• Pashto
• Polish
• Portuguese
• Portuguese - Brazilian
• Punjabi
• Romanian
• Somali
• Slovak
• Soninke
• Swahili
• Thai
• Tigrigna
• Turkish
• Twi
• Ukrainian
• Urdu
• Vietnamese

Additionally, we welcome British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters – both Registered Sign Language Interpreters (RSLI) and Trainee Sign Language Interpreters (TSLI) are encouraged to apply.

What we're looking for

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills in English and an additional language
• Strong organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple assignments
• Professionalism and enthusiasm, with a respectful and empathetic approach
• Confidence interpreting across various environments (medical, social care, and community-based settings)
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child and Adult Workforce, with both Barred Lists). If you do not already hold one, we can assist you in completing your DBS application
• Eligibility for self-employment in the UK

Please note: This is a self-employed position, and you’ll be responsible for your own tax registration with HMRC.

Why join Word360?

• Flexible Working Hours: Choose assignments that fit around your schedule.
• Meaningful Impact: Help improve access to essential services and support within your community.
• Ongoing Support & Training: Benefit from continuous professional development and opportunities to work with diverse clients.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join Word360 as a trusted interpreter and start your journey towards empowering your local community through language.