Remote & On-site British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreters Required

CERTIFIED TRANSLATION SOLUTIONS™; Inverness; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional translation service in the UK is seeking qualified freelance British Sign Language Interpreters. Candidates will provide interpretation services across sectors and ensure clear communication between Deaf and hearing individuals. Successful applicants should be registered with NRCPD or SRLPDC and have experience in legal and educational environments. This role emphasizes inclusivity and effective collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting in legal, educational, healthcare, or related settings.
• Ability to convey complex emotional content accurately with cultural awareness.
• Skilled at preparing for assignments and maintaining impartiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide BSL interpretation services across various sectors.
• Collaborate with teams for inclusive services.
• Manage scheduling and availability.

Skills

British Sign Language (BSL) proficiency

Interpretation in diverse settings

Communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Registered with NRCPD or SRLPDC

Job description

At Certified Translation Solutions™, we provide interpreting, transcription, and translation services across the UK. We are committed to delivering accurate, culturally sensitive communication across a range of sectors, including legal, education, healthcare, and public services. We are currently seeking qualified freelance British Sign Language Interpreters to join our growing team. The ideal candidates will facilitate effective communication between Deaf and hearing individuals, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and cultural competence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide BSL interpretation services across various sectors, including legal, education, healthcare, and public services.
• Interpret in a range of settings with professionalism, clarity, and empathy.
• Ensure clear, culturally competent communication that respects the needs of all parties.
• Collaborate with teams to support inclusive and accessible services.
• Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, ethics, and professional conduct.
• Manage scheduling and availability through our internal system.

You Will Be:

• Proficient in interpreting spoken English into British Sign Language (BSL) and vice versa.
• Comfortable working in diverse environments such as meetings, training sessions, interviews, legal proceedings, classroom settings, and healthcare appointments.
• Able to convey complex, sensitive, and sometimes emotional content accurately and with cultural awareness.
• Skilled in preparing for assignments by reviewing relevant information and liaising with clients or professionals as needed.
• Capable of maintaining impartiality and clear professional boundaries, even in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.
• Committed to promoting equal access and inclusive communication for Deaf clients and colleagues.

Requirements

• Registered with NRCPD or SRLPDC.
• Proven experience interpreting in legal, educational, healthcare, or related settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

As a BSL Interpreter, you will play a key role in breaking down communication barriers and ensuring equal access to services for Deaf individuals. If you're passionate about creating meaningful impact through inclusive communication, we’d love to hear from you.