Sessional Language Interpreter for Public Services & Health

Royal Borough of Greenwich; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council service in Greater London seeks a qualified Interpreter to provide face-to-face language interpreting and translation services. The position demands considerable experience in public service interpreting, with a minimum qualification of Community Interpreting level 3. Candidates should have skills in medical and legal interpreting and experience in working with health or social care professionals. This role emphasizes direct engagement with clients, and applicants must clearly state their language skills on the application.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in public service interpreting and translation required.
• Recognised qualifications in Interpreting and Translation are essential.
• Evidence of language skills and experience in interpreting services.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face interpreting and translation services.
• Engage directly with non-English speaking clients and professionals.
• Perform duties based on requirements from health and local council services.

Skills

Public service interpreting

Translation

Experience with health or social care professionals

Medical interpreting

Legal interpreting

Education

Community Interpreting level 3

Job description

A local council service in Greater London seeks a qualified Interpreter to provide face-to-face language interpreting and translation services. The position demands considerable experience in public service interpreting, with a minimum qualification of Community Interpreting level 3. Candidates should have skills in medical and legal interpreting and experience in working with health or social care professionals. This role emphasizes direct engagement with clients, and applicants must clearly state their language skills on the application.