Flexible Freelance Tigrinya Interpreter — Face-to-Face

Premium Linguistic Services; Northampton; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance opportunities

Qualifications not essential

Growing UK network

Job summary

Premium Linguistic Services is seeking a Freelance Tigrinya Interpreter to provide face-to-face services in Northampton and surrounding areas. You will work on flexible freelance assignments and help clients communicate effectively in healthcare, local authorities and community settings.

Applicants may be experienced interpreters or newcomers; formal qualifications are not required. You must have English and Tigrinya language skills, and be willing to travel locally.

Qualifications

• A formal interpreting qualification is not required.
• We welcome both qualified and non-qualified applicants. Previous interpreting experience or a relevant qualification is an advantage, but it is not essential.
• If you have strong language and communication skills and are interested in working as a professional interpreter, we encourage you to apply.
• Hold a valid DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one – a DBS is mandatory and must be in place before undertaking assignments with PLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, accurate and impartial interpretation
• Attend Face-to-Face assignments at agreed locations and times
• Convey the meaning and tone of conversations as accurately as possible
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Remain impartial and maintain professional boundaries
• Communicate respectfully with everyone involved
• Be punctual, reliable and prepared for assignments
• Remain calm and professional, including during sensitive situations
• Maintain a high standard of professional conduct

Skills

English

Tigrinya

Right to Work UK

Job description

Premium Linguistic Services is seeking a Freelance Tigrinya Interpreter to provide face-to-face services in Northampton and surrounding areas. You will work on flexible freelance assignments and help clients communicate effectively in healthcare, local authorities and community settings.

Applicants may be experienced interpreters or newcomers; formal qualifications are not required. You must have English and Tigrinya language skills, and be willing to travel locally.