Full time Urdu, Punjabi Interpreter & Translator

MILLENNIUM TRANSLATIONS LTD

Preston

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Fixed Monthly Salary

Pension Scheme

Free Parking

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Job summary

MILLENNIUM TRANSLATIONS LTD is seeking interpreters and translators to cover a range of documents and live interpretation assignments across multiple sectors. The role requires fluency in English and at least one other language, along with a valid enhanced CRB clearance and a UK driving license.

Interpreters will perform consecutive interpretation in real time, often in healthcare, legal and public service contexts, with travel to various sites as required.

Qualifications

Interpreters must possess a full UK driver’s license and have access to their own vehicle.
Current, valid Enhanced CRB clearance is required.
Fluency in English and native language(s) is essential.
Interpreters should be able to work across settings including healthcare, legal, education and public services.

Responsibilities

Perform consecutive interpretation in real time with accuracy and completeness.
Interpret in various settings such as Mental Health, GP practices, hospitals, police, courts and local authorities.
Drive to and from assignments in a timely and professional manner.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional conduct guidelines.

Skills

Full UK driver’s license

Own vehicle

Fluent in English

Native language(s) fluency

Enhanced CRB clearance

Two professional references

Interpreting experience

Education

MA in Interpreting / Translation / Linguistics

BA in Interpreting / Translation / Linguistics

DPSI – Diploma in Public Services Interpreting

CPD / certificates in interpreting

Job description

Job Description

SALARY: Competitive Monthly Salary + Mileage Pay

Main Requirements

Interpreters must possess a full UK driver’s license and have access to their own vehicle.
Successful candidates must be able to provide a current, valid Enhanced CRB clearance.
References to verify interpreting and translation experience.
You are required to be fluent in English and culturally competent and fluent in your native language(s)

Role of an Interpreter & Translator

Consecutive Interpretation is required in this role with the interpreter in close proximity to the speaker converting one language to another. Everything that is said must be interpreted in the manner said with nothing left out and nothing added.

Translators are needed in a variety of industries to work across a range of documents including scientific, legal and literary with the translator ensuring the original meaning is conveyed as accurately as possible. An excellent command of two or more languages is generally required.

Interpretation responsibilities

Please note: Interpreters will only be allowed to interpret in their native language
Be able to comfortably interpreter in the following settings, including but not limited to; Mental Health Settings, GP Practices, Hospitals, Dental Practices, Police Settings, Court / Criminal Justice Proceedings, Local Authorities, Schools, Councils, Solicitors, education, health and social services sectors.
Interpret verbal communications in real time into another language with careful attention to context, meaning, tone and technical wording.
Consult reference works to keep up to date with terminology and acquire specialist knowledge when needed to ensure clarity of translation, particularly when conflicting meanings occur.
Interpreters must attend booked assignments and will be required to drive themselves to and from assignments.
Adhere to high standards of professional behaviour, maintain confidentiality and keep to the Interpreter Code of Conduct(s) set out by the NRPSI, IOL, ATC and ITI.
Work on projects such as community engagement and outreach, obtaining and collating feedback.

SALARY: Competitive Monthly Salary + Mileage Pay

Main Requirements

Interpreters must possess a full UK driver’s license and have access to their own vehicle.

Successful candidates must be able to provide a current, valid Enhanced CRB clearance.

References to verify interpreting and translation experience.

You are required to be fluent in English and culturally competent and fluent in your native language(s)

Role of an Interpreter & Translator

Interpretation responsibilities

Please note: Interpreters will only be allowed to interpret in their native language
Be able to comfortably interpreter in the following settings, including but not limited to; Mental Health Settings, GP Practices, Hospitals, Dental Practices, Police Settings, Court / Criminal Justice Proceedings, Local Authorities, Schools, Councils, Solicitors, education, health and social services sectors.
Interpret verbal communications in real time into another language with careful attention to context, meaning, tone and technical wording.
Consult reference works to keep up to date with terminology and acquire specialist knowledge when needed to ensure clarity of translation, particularly when conflicting meanings occur.
Interpreters must attend booked assignments and will be required to drive themselves to and from assignments.
Adhere to high standards of professional behaviour, maintain confidentiality and keep to the Interpreter Code of Conduct(s) set out by the NRPSI, IOL, ATC and ITI.
Work on projects such as community engagement and outreach, obtaining and collating feedback.

Interpreters should have qualifications in one of the following:

MA in Interpreting / Translation / Linguistics
BA in Interpreting / Translation / Linguistics
DPSI – Diploma in Public Services Interpreting
Community Interpreting Certificate – Level 3
Other equivalent UK & overseas interpreting qualifications

INTERPRETING

The successful applicant must have a minimum of one year’s professional experience, references required to verify professional experience
The successful applicant must have a minimum of 200 hours previous experience working as an Interpreter, ideally within the public sector
Have at least two reference for previous completed projects relating to their professional translation specialism i.e. medical, legal etc.

Other key competencies include:

Dedication, reliability and confidentiality
An in-depth knowledge of the culture/s relating to the languages you will be translating
Subject matter expertise plus knowledge of relevant communities
Knowledge of current affairs, politics, cultures and customs relating to the non-English language you will be using
Knowledge and adherence to Ethnic Health office procedures
Recognise Equality and Diversity and the importance of human rights with dignity and respect. Act in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.
Understanding and ability to work within the Language Empire Code of Conduct
Fixed Monthly Salary
Employment / Statutory Benefits
Pension Scheme
Occupational Health & Well Being Services

CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING

Access to over 36 CPD Courses
Access to further qualifications
Paid professional body memberships
Gain additional skills from working within an office environment
Ability to develop strong professional working relationships both within the office, and with customer organisations
Industry Knowledge – sector specific training

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