Freelance Interpreter -Punjabi

Dals; South Town; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A freelance interpreting service in South Yorkshire is seeking a Face to Face Freelance Interpreter to support non-English speakers across various essential settings. You will interpret live conversations while ensuring confidentiality and cultural sensitivity. This role offers flexible hours, competitive rates, and opportunities for professional development. Applicants should be fluent in English and another language, with relevant qualifications and experience. Join a supportive team that values effective communication.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Free online training

Competitive rates

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one other language.
• Experience in interpreting or relevant qualifications.
• Right to work in your country of residence.

Responsibilities

• Interpret live conversations between clients and limited English speakers.
• Support communication in medical, legal, social services, and public sector settings.
• Ensure accurate, confidential, and culturally sensitive interpretation.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in another language

Strong communication skills

Listening skills

Education

Open College Network Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting

Open College Network Level 4 Certificate in Community Interpreting

Diploma in Public Service Interpreting Level 6

Job description

About the job

Face to Face Freelance Interpreter - South Yorkshire

Can you confidently interpret between English and another language? Passionate about helping others and making a real difference? We’re looking for Interpreters to join our growing team at Dals! As a freelance interpreter, you will attend appointments in person to support our clients and their non-English speaking service users.

As a freelance interpreter, you’ll support non-English speakers by providing accurate and professional interpreting services via telephone and video. You’ll help bridge communication gaps in essential settings like healthcare, legal, and public services—making every conversation count.

What you need:
Having one or more of the below qualifications is essential:

• Open College Network Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting
• Open College Network Level 4 Certificate in Community Interpreting
• Diploma in Public Service Interpreting Level 6

What will you do?
Interpret live conversations between clients and limited English speakers.
Support communication in medical, legal, social services, and public sector settings.
Ensure accurate, confidential, and culturally sensitive interpretation.
Use our interpreting app to manage your availability and assignments.
Deliver excellent service that empowers people to access vital services.

What We’re Looking For:
Fluency in English and at least one other language (language assessment required)
Experience in interpreting or relevant qualifications
Strong communication and listening skills
Right to work in your country of residence
Security clearance (or willingness to obtain one—we can help!)

Why join us?
Flexible hours – you choose your schedule
Free online training and resources
Friendly and supportive team
Competitive rates
Refer-a-friend scheme
Freelance role – manage your own tax affairs

Be part of a team that truly values your communication skills.

Apply now and help us bridge the language gap.

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