Face-to-Face Interpreter – Bristol

Word360; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading interpreting and translation service provider in the Midlands is seeking skilled interpreters to provide face-to-face language support. This role involves delivering vital interpretation services primarily within the health and social care sectors. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple assignments, and an Enhanced DBS Certificate. Join us to make a meaningful impact on individuals with limited English proficiency in your community.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing support and training

Meaningful impact on community

Qualifications

• Must be self-employed and responsible for own tax registration.
• Flexible working hours to choose assignments that fit around your schedule.
• Ongoing support and training opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver language interpretation services for health and social care sectors.
• Support individuals accessing services through the NHS and other organisations.
• Travel within and around the Bristol area as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills in English and 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

About The Role

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 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.

Note: This role involves regular travel within and around the Bristol area (BS1, BS10, BS37).

Languages in Demand

• Arabic
• Cantonese
• Kurdish
• Mandarin
• Pashto
• Polish
• Punjabi
• Romanian
• Russian
• Somali
• Ukrainian
• Urdu
• Tigrigna
• British Sign Language (BSL) – both Registered and Trainee Sign Language Interpreters 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.
• Self‑employed position – 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.

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.