Manchester
Freelance Interpreter – Job Description Company: Virexa Language Services Location: Remote / Face-to-Face Assignments Across the UK Job Type: Freelance / Self-Employed Salary: Competitive Rates (Hourly / Assignment Based) About the Role Virexa Language Services is currently recruiting freelance interpreters across the UK for a variety of interpreting assignments. We are looking for professional, reliable, and confident interpreters who can assist clients in overcoming language barriers in a range of settings. Assignments may take place via: • Telephone Interpreting, • Video Interpreting, • Face-to-Face Interpreting Typical Settings • Hospitals & Healthcare Services, • Solicitors & Legal Settings, • Social Services, • Schools & Educational Settings, • Local Authorities, • Detention Centres & Prisons, • Community & Private Sector Services Responsibilities • Provide accurate and professional interpretation between English and the target language, • Maintain confidentiality and impartiality at all times, • Attend assignments punctually and professionally, • Communicate clearly and effectively with clients and service users, • Complete required booking or attendance documentation when necessary Requirements Applicants should ideally have: • Previous interpreting experience, • An interpreting qualification or language-related qualification, • Excellent spoken English and fluency in another language, • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • The right to work on a self-employed basis in the UK Preferred qualifications may include: • DPSI (Law, Health, Local Government), • Community Interpreting Level 2–4, • Diploma in Police Interpreting, • AIT / Immigration-related qualifications, • Language Degree or equivalent Additional Requirements • Enhanced DBS Certificate (preferred), • Two professional references, • Ability to work professionally with confidential information What We Offer • Flexible freelance work, • Assignments across the UK, • Opportunities for telephone, video, and face-to-face work, • Supportive and professional working environment, • Opportunities to work with multiple sectors and clients How to Apply Please send your CV along with: • Languages spoken, • Interpreting qualifications, • DBS status, • Areas you can cover, • Contact details We welcome applications from interpreters of all languages across the UK.
