Freelance Face-to-Face Somali Interpreters Required in Kidderminster

Clear Voice is a social enterprise and equal opportunities organisation. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristic.

Help remove language barriers. Clear Voice is recruiting freelance Face-to-Face Somali Interpreters in Kidderminster to work on a self-employed contract to support vulnerable people and organisations across the UK. You will deliver accurate, confidential and impartial communication in a range of settings.

What we offer:

BENEFITS

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working: choose your own hours
• 24/7 telephone interpreting opportunities
• Pre-booked telephone, video and face-to-face assignments
• Induction, one-to-one support, training and upskilling
• Dedicated support from the Clear Voice team

ASSIGNMENT AREAS

• Commercial and business
• Local authorities, social services and social housing
• Legal, financial and medical
• Employment and education
• Asylum, refugee and modern slavery services, charities

The role

As an interpreter, you will facilitate effective two-way communication between people who do not share a common language. You must convey meaning accurately while maintaining confidentiality, impartiality and professional boundaries.

What we expect

• Deliver accurate, confidential and impartial interpreting
• Follow the Clear Voice Code of Conduct and interpreting guidelines
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate clearly
• Be punctual, reliable, organised and professional
• Remain neutral, respectful and culturally aware throughout every assignment

Requirements

Experience | Qualifications | Memberships

You should have at least 100 hours' or two years' interpreting experience or meet one or more of the following criteria or hold an equivalent qualification:

• Community Interpreting Level 3 Certificate
• Community Interpreting Level 6 Certificate
• Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI - Law or Health)
• Diploma in Police Interpreting (DPI) or Metropolitan Police Test
• Other Interpreting or translation qualification
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in languages, translation, interpreting, philology, linguistics or a related field
• Membership of NRPSI, CIOL, ITI, APCI or another relevant professional body
• Hold PAIT status under Police Approved Interpreter/Translator Scheme
• Evidence of English-language proficiency, where required

You must be able to provide:

• Evidence of your right to work in the UK
• A valid Enhanced DBS certificate, or willingness to apply for one
• Two professional references

READY TO APPLY?

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Do not meet every criterion? Contact us to discuss your experience and circumstances.

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