Face-to-Face Interpreter – Bristol

Word360 Limited; West of England; Sur place; GBP 24 000 - 48 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Word360 Limited is seeking skilled, passionate, and reliable interpreters to provide face-to-face language support for individuals with limited English proficiency.

As a freelance interpreter, you will deliver essential services to NHS, local councils, charities, and private organisations, travelling within and around Bristol to help access health and social care services.

Qualifications

• 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 medical, social care, and community settings.
• Eligibility for self-employment in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child and Adult Workforce) or willingness to apply.

Responsabilités

• Deliver vital language interpretation services to a range of organisations, particularly within the Health and Social Care sectors.
• Support individuals accessing services through NHS, local councils, charities, and private businesses.
• Break down communication barriers to ensure access to services and support.

Connaissances

Communication in English and another语言

Description du poste

About The Role

Word360 is the Midlands' largest interpreting and translation service provider, proudly partnering with a wide range of clients within Bristol. 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

What you'll be doing

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 Bristol (BS1,BS10, BS3 7) area.***

Languages in Demand

Languages we are recruiting for include, but are not limited to:

• Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Cantonese, Czech/Slovak, Farsi, Gujarati, Hungarian, Kurdish, Nepali, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Somali, Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian

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 both English and 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.

About Us

Word360 is the largest Interpreting and Translation company in the United Kingdom and we are lucky to be working alongside some brilliant clients across nationwide.