Remote Scots Translator, Transcriber & Interpreter

SILA Linguists; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freelance flexibility

Remote and on-site assignments

Fair pay reflecting skills

Operations support

Job summary

SILA Linguists is recruiting freelance Scots translators and transcribers, with occasional interpreting, for public sector, research, broadcasting and heritage work. We offer remote and on-site assignments across the UK, with DBS checks required for some roles.

As a Scots linguist, you’ll translate public information and websites into Scots, transcribe interviews, and prepare subtitles while respecting regional spelling and terminology. DBS clearance may be requested for certain postings.

Qualifications

• Fluent spoken and written Scots; excellent written English.
• Qualifications such as DPSI, DPI or translation degree, or equivalent professional experience.
• CIOL, ITI or NRPSI membership welcome.
• Familiarity with regional Scots varieties such as Doric or Shetlandic.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check where required.
• Right to work in the UK for on-site assignments.
• Reliable internet and a headset for video/telephone work.

Responsibilities

• Translate public information, websites and creative texts from English into Scots, ensuring consistent spelling.
• Transcribe Scots speech accurately from interviews and archives, without anglicising it.
• Maintain accuracy, impartiality and confidentiality on every assignment.
• Prepare by reviewing briefs and researching terminology in advance.
• Take on-site assignments at hospitals, courts, offices and remote sessions by video or phone.

Skills

Fluent Scots

Excellent English

Regional varieties familiarity

Education

DPSI/DPI or translation degree

CIOL/ITI/NRPSI membership welcome

Job description

SILA Linguists is recruiting freelance Scots translators and transcribers, with occasional interpreting, for public sector, research, broadcasting and heritage work. We offer remote and on-site assignments across the UK, with DBS checks required for some roles.

As a Scots linguist, you’ll translate public information and websites into Scots, transcribe interviews, and prepare subtitles while respecting regional spelling and terminology. DBS clearance may be requested for certain postings.