Thai Interpreter

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading interpreting services provider in the UK is seeking fluent Thai speakers based in Colchester to join their network of professional interpreters. This role offers flexible working hours, opportunities for remote and in-person assignments, and competitive pay. Ideal for those wishing to make a real impact in the community while enjoying the freedom of freelance work.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay rates

Supportive and professional team

Qualifications

• Fluent in both English and Thai
• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to apply)
• Professional references
• Proof of ID and address

Responsibilities

• Interpret for NHS hospitals and GP practices
• Assist in social services and child protection
• Support educational settings and schools
• Provide interpretation at solicitor appointments and court hearings
• Engage with housing and council departments
• Consult with private sector clients

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Thai

Effective communication

Education

Community interpreting qualification or relevant experience

Job description

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Sector: NHS, Local Authorities, Legal, Education, and Private Sector

About the Role

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

We are currently recruiting Thai 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 Thai

Right to work in the UK

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.

Were Also Recruiting Other Languages

In addition, we are actively recruiting interpreters for the following languages nationwide:

Cantonese, Somali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Twi, Yoruba, Greek, Igbo, Wolof, Xhosa, Sinhalese, Akan, Fante, Ga, Shona, Hausa, and more.

Don't see your language listed? Please still apply we welcome interpreters of all languages as we expand our 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.