Freelance Amharic Interpreter- Glasgow

Premium Linguistic Services; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance opportunities

Right to Work in UK

DBS certificate preferred

Job summary

Premium Linguistic Services (PLS) is seeking freelance Amharic interpreters for face-to-face assignments in Glasgow and surrounding areas. You will interpret accurately and impartially in a variety of settings, with the flexibility to choose assignments based on availability.

Prior interpreting experience or formal qualification is welcome but not required. Applicants should be fluent in English and Amharic, have the right to work in the UK, and be able to travel locally.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Amharic with strong listening and verbal skills.
• Willing to travel locally for assignments.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold a valid DBS certificate or willing to obtain one.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and impartiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, accurate, and impartial interpretation.
• Attend Face-to-Face assignments at agreed locations.
• Convey meaning and tone accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Remain impartial and professional.
• Communicate respectfully with everyone involved.
• Be punctual, reliable, and prepared for assignments.
• Remain calm and professional during sensitive situations.

Skills

English fluency

Amharic fluency

Verbal communication

Confidentiality

Punctuality

Education

No formal interpreting qualification required

Job description

Freelance Amharic Interpreter- Glasgow

Department: Recruitment

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Glasgow

Compensation: £13.00 - £20.00 / hour

Description

Face-to-Face | Flexible Freelance Opportunities

Do you speak English and Amharic?

Are you a confident communicator who enjoys helping people understand and be understood?

Premium Linguistic Services (PLS) is looking for friendly, reliable and professional freelance interpreters to provide Face-to-Face interpreting services in Glasgowand surrounding areas.

Whether you are an experienced interpreter or looking to use your language skills professionally, we would be delighted to hear from you.

No formal interpreting qualification? You can still apply.

As a Freelance Face-to-Face Interpreter, you will help bridge language barriers by enabling clear communication between people who do not share the same language.

You will attend appointments in person and interpret conversations accurately, clearly and impartially.

Assignments may take place in a variety of professional and community settings, giving you the opportunity to meet different people and use your language skills where they are genuinely needed.

This is a flexible freelance role, so you can accept assignments based on your availability.

Key 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, Knowledge and Expertise

We welcome both qualified and non-qualified applicants. Previous interpreting experience or a relevant qualification is an advantage, but it is not essential.

• Are fluent in English and Target language


• Have strong listening and verbal communication skills


• Can process and communicate information accurately


• Are confident communicating with people from different backgrounds


• Understand the importance of confidentiality and impartiality


• Are reliable, professional and punctual


• Can remain calm and focused in different situations


• Are willing and able to travel locally for assignments


• Have the Right to Work in the UK


• Hold a valid DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one – a valid DBS is mandatory and must be in place before undertaking any assignments with PLS.

Benefits

• Flexible freelance opportunities – accept assignments based on your availability


• Qualifications are not essential – relevant experience and qualifications are welcomed but are not mandatory


• Growing UK network – become part of our network of freelance interpreters