Freelance Interpreter & Translator - Flexible, Remote Roles

Language Empire; Kirkwall; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional interpreting service provider is urgently recruiting freelance interpreters in Kirkwall for various settings, including NHS and local authorities. This self-employed role offers flexible hours and the chance to work from home. Ideal candidates are fluent in English and another language, with formal qualifications in interpreting or translation. Ongoing support and professional development are provided.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Work from home

Ongoing support

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• You must be aged 21 or over.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for people using legal, health and local government services.
• Check the non‑English speakers understanding after each sentence.
• Conference, consecutive and public service interpreting.
• Deal with highly confidential information.
• Liaise between the service user and service provider.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in another language

Education

Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI)

Community Interpreting

NRPSI, CIOL, ITI registered

Degree in Translation/Interpreting/Languages

Any other interpreting related qualification

Job description

A professional interpreting service provider is urgently recruiting freelance interpreters in Kirkwall for various settings, including NHS and local authorities. This self-employed role offers flexible hours and the chance to work from home. Ideal candidates are fluent in English and another language, with formal qualifications in interpreting or translation. Ongoing support and professional development are provided.