Freelance Interpreter - Pashtu (Justice)

Dals; West Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A language service provider in West Yorkshire is seeking bilingual/multilingual individuals for the role of Court/Police Interpreter. This position plays a critical role in facilitating communication between law enforcement and individuals with limited English proficiency. Candidates should have interpreting experience, strong fluency in English, and the right to work in the UK. The role offers flexible hours and competitive pay, making it a great opportunity for those looking to build a career in this field.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive rates

Excellent communication and support

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK.
• Fluency in English and the advertised language up to C1 level.
• 100 hours interpreting experience in any capacity.
• Valid Security Clearance or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clear communication between law enforcement and non-English speakers.
• Assist during interviews, investigations, and custody procedures.
• Provide language services during community interactions.

Skills

Fluency in English

Interpreting experience

Job description

Dals was founded over 20 years ago with the aim of reducing language barriers by providing language services to both the public and private sector. We are considered one of the most trusted and reliable language service providers in the UK.

Due to an increase in demand, we are currently looking for bilingual/multilingual individuals to join our Face-to-Face freelance interpreting team. With increased demand for interpreters, this is a great opportunity to start or build on your career within the industry.

About the Role

As a Court/Police Interpreter, you will play a vital role in ensuring clear and accurate communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals with limited English proficiency during interviews, investigations, custody procedures, and community interactions.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Do you speak English and the advertised language fluently?
• Do you have interpreting experience as a volunteer or as a professional, whether this is within a professional environment or helping family and friends?
• Are you looking for flexible working opportunities?
• Would you like to help non-English speakers receive the services they need?

If so, you are the perfect candidate for us.

Why Work with Dals?

We offer flexible working hours, competitive rates, excellent communication and support from our friendly team, and a refer a friend scheme.

Benefits of Working with Dals

• Flexible working hours – Choose when you want to work.
• Accept assignments when you want using our state-of-the-art App.
• Competitive rates
• Excellent communication and support from our friendly team
• Refer a friend scheme.

Basic Requirements

• Right to Work
• Fluency in English and the advertised language up to C1 level
• 100 hours interpreting experience – either as a professional, Friends and Family or through voluntary work
• Valid Security Clearance (or willing to apply for one).

Dals is committed to the elimination of discrimination, be it direct or indirect, and will actively work with our staff and clients to ensure the equality of treatment for all, irrespective of age, gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexuality, or religion.