Portuguese Interpreter

TieTalent; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay rates

Supportive team

Job summary

A leading interpreting service provider is seeking a fluent Portuguese Interpreter based in Taunton, England, for flexible freelance work. The role involves providing valuable interpreting services in various sectors, making a difference in the community. Candidates must have professional interpreting qualifications and the right to work in the UK. Join a supportive team and enjoy competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one other language.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Professional referencing and proof of ID are required.
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to apply).
• Professional references.
• Proof of ID and address.
• Community interpreting qualification or NRPSI/DPSI welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face, telephone, and video remote interpreting services.
• Assist in various sectors including NHS, legal, and education.
• Join a growing network of linguists and accept freelance assignments.
• Support clients across NHS trusts, local authorities, law firms and private sector.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Portuguese

Communication skills

Education

Professional Interpreting Qualifications

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

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Job Type: Freelance / Self-Employed
Industry: Interpreting & Translation Services
Sector: NHS, Local Authorities, Legal, Education, and Private Sector

About the Role

Are you a fluent Portuguese speaker based in Taunton or nearby areas, looking to make a difference in your community?

We are currently recruiting Portuguese Interpreters to join our growing network of professional linguists. Whether you're an experienced qualified interpreter seeking more assignments or an interpreter looking to start your career as a freelance interpreter, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Absolute Interpreting and Translations Ltd is a leading UK-based provider of face-to-face, telephone, and video remote interpreting services, working with NHS trusts, local councils, law firms, insurance companies, and private clients across the UK.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working hours accept assignments that fit your schedule
• Opportunities for both remote interpreting and in-person appointments
• Supportive and professional team
• Competitive pay rates
• Work that makes a real impact in your local community

Typical Assignments Include:

• NHS hospitals and GP practices
• Social services and child protection
• Schools and educational settings
• Solicitor appointments and court hearings
• Housing and council departments
• Private sector consultations

Requirements

• Fluency in English and at least one other language
• Right to work in the UK
• Professional Interpreting Qualifications
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to apply)
• Professional references
• Proof of ID and address
• We welcome applicants with a community interpreting qualification, DPSI, NRPSI registration, or relevant experience in the field.

We are also recruiting interpreters for additional languages nationwide, including Cantonese, Somali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Twi, Yoruba, Greek, Igbo, Wolof, Xhosa, Sinhalese, Akan, Fante, Ga, Shona, Hausa, and more. If you don’t see your language listed, please apply — we welcome interpreters of all languages as we expand national coverage.

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Make a difference in your community while enjoying the flexibility of freelance interpreting work. Click "Apply" now to submit your application and take the next step in your interpreting career.

Taunton, England, United Kingdom