Face-to-Face Interpreter – West Yorkshire

Word360; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Training & development

Job summary

Word360, the Midlands' largest interpreting and translation service provider, is seeking skilled interpreters for face-to-face language support across Yorkshire and surrounding areas. This self-employed freelance role focuses on health, social care, and community settings, delivering essential language access.

You'll travel within the Yorkshire area to assignments with NHS, councils, charities, and private organisations, helping individuals access services and understand information, with

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in English and an additional language.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and schedules.
• Professional, empathetic, and respectful in diverse settings.
• Confidence interpreting in medical, social care, and community contexts.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (Child and Adult) and eligibility for self-employment in the UK.
• Eligible to work as a self-employed interpreter in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face interpretation for NHS, local councils, charities, and private businesses.
• Travel within and around the Yorkshire area as required.
• Help break down language barriers and improve access to services.

Skills

Bilingual English/Second Language

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Professional and empathetic

Interpreting in medical/social care

DBS Certificate (Child & Adult)

Self-employment eligibility in the UK

Job description

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

Languages in Demand

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

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.***

• 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?

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.