Face-to-Face Interpreter – Northamptonshire

Word360 Limited; Northampton; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Word360 Limited is seeking skilled, reliable interpreters to provide in-person language support in Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. This freelance role offers flexible assignments across Health and Social Care sectors.

Applicants should be self-employed in the UK, hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS, and be capable of interpreting in medical, social care and community settings. Regular travel within the Northamptonshire region is expected.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication in English and at least one additional language.
• Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple assignments.
• Professionalism, empathy, and reliable conduct on assignments.
• Confidence interpreting across medical, social care and community settings.
• Eligible for self-employment in the UK; DBS checked (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face interpretation for NHS, councils, charities and private clients.
• Travel within Northamptonshire region to assignments.
• Ensure accurate and confidential interpretation services.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Professionalism

Interpreting experience

DBS certificate

Self-employment eligibility

Job description

About The Role

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

Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Daventry, Wellingborough, Rushden, Towcester, Banbury.

Languages in Demand

Languages we are recruiting for include, but are not limited to: Romanian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Bengali, Polish, Slovak, Portuguese, Somali, Bulgarian, Cantonese, Czech, Kurdish-Sorani, Kurdish, Ukrainian, Pashto.

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.

Ready to make a difference?

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.