Interpreter / Translator Required in Gainsborough

Language Empire Ltd; Gainsborough CP; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A language services provider in Gainsborough is seeking a Freelance Face-to-Face Interpreter. The role involves interpreting spoken or signed statements for diverse public services and requires fluency in English and an additional language. Successful candidates will have a DPSI or community interpreting qualification and a valid DBS certificate. Flexible work hours and a supportive environment are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and support

Access to local interpreting opportunities

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one other language is required.
• Hold a DPSI or Community Interpreting qualification.
• Willingness to obtain a valid DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Interpret conversations for access to public services.
• Ensure clarity and understanding in communication.
• Handle confidential information discreetly.

Skills

Fluency in English

At least one other language

Education

DPSI or Community Interpreting qualification

Tools

Valid DBS certificate

Job description

Permanent freelance position with Language Empire Limited.

Job Title: Face to Face interpreter / Translator Required in Gainsborough.

Job Type: Freelance / Self-Employed.

Industry: Interpreting & Translation Services.

About Language Empire

Founded in 2001, Language Empire provides professional interpreting and translation services to both public and private sector organisations across the UK. Our clients include hospitals, courts, solicitors, councils, the police, probation services, and many more. We support a wide range of languages and dialects to meet the needs of increasingly diverse communities.

The Role

As a Face-to-Face Interpreter, you’ll play a crucial role in enabling communication between people who do not share the same language. You’ll interpret spoken or signed statements in settings such as healthcare, legal proceedings, local government, and more.

Your duties will include:

• Interpreting conversations for individuals accessing public services (e.g. legal, health, and local authority services)


• Ensuring clarity and understanding after each statement or question


• Handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion


• Acting as a liaison between service users and service providers

Languages in Demand in Gainsborough

• Albanian


• Amharic


• Arabic


• Bengali (Dhaka)


• Bengali (Sylheti)


• Bulgarian


• Chinese (Cantonese)


• Chinese (Mandarin)


• Czech


• Czech


• Dari (Afghanistan)


• Farsi


• French


• Greek


• Hungarian


• Italian


• Kurdish (Bahdini)


• Kurdish (Sorani)


• Latvian


• Lithuanian


• Mirpuri


• Nepali


• Pashto


• Polish


• Portuguese (Portugal European)


• Punjabi (Pakistani)


• Romanian


• Russian


• Slovak


• Somali


• Spanish


• Swahili


• Tamil


• Thai


• Tigrinya


• Turkish


• Ukrainian


• Urdu


• Vietnamese

Common Settings You May Work In

• Hospitals, clinics, and GP surgeries


• Social care and child welfare meetings


• Schools and other educational institutions


• Legal appointments and court sessions


• Housing offices and council departments


• Business and private sector engagements

What We’re Looking For

• Fluency in English and at least one other language


• Hold a DPSI, Community Interpreting qualification, or other interpreting-related qualification


• A valid DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one)


• Legal right to work in the UK

Why Work With Language Empire

• Flexible working hours, choose assignments that fit your schedule


• Be part of a trusted and growing agency with a strong reputation


• Ongoing training and support from our friendly in-house team


• Access to local interpreting opportunities once your registration is complete

Apply today and start making a meaningful impact through language.

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