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?

https://careers.clearvoice.org.uk/en-GB

Call 0800 5200 380 | Email interpreters@clearvoice.org.uk | https://clearvoice.org.uk/

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

Freelance Face-to-Face Somali Interpreters Required in Kidderminster