At a Glance
- Tasks: Facilitate communication for those who speak different languages in various settings.
- Company: Join Clear Voice, a passionate organisation breaking down language barriers.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team and diverse assignments across sectors.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by supporting vulnerable communities through your language skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in interpreting and strong communication skills are preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About Clear Voice
Clear Voice are passionate about removing language barriers and supporting vulnerable people. We work with charities and organisations in the public and private sectors across the UK. We are currently recruiting bilingual freelance face‑to‑face interpreters for Romanian, on a self‑employed contract, to help us meet the needs of our clients. Clear Voice is an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.
We offer:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Excellent training opportunities including an induction course, ongoing one‑on‑one support, training sessions and upskilling opportunities
- Flexible working – set your own hours
- Telephone interpreting services which run 24/7
- Pre‑booked telephone, video remote and face‑to‑face interpreting opportunities – you choose which suits you best
- Dedicated members of staff to support you with any queries
Assignments include but are not limited to:
- Commercial / business
- Asylum and refugee services
- Modern day slavery
- Local authorities / social services
- Social housing / social security
- Legal
- Medical
- Employment / education
Role description
The role of the interpreter is to facilitate communication between people who do not share a common language. The interpreter’s duty is to convey the sense and meaning of what is said to enable effective two‑way communication.
What we expect from our linguists:
- Provide professional language interpreting services
- Adhere to our strict code of conduct
- Provide an accurate, confidential and impartial interpreting service
- Ensure the highest level of quality by following all interpreting guidelines
- Deliver outstanding customer service
- Possess excellent communication, language and organisational skills
- Be punctual, reliable, confident, enthusiastic and professional
- Remain impartial and unbiased, exhibiting courtesy towards clients and service users
- Display deep understanding of the culture of both languages
- Maintain a professional demeanour throughout the interpreting assignment
Qualifications, experience and memberships (preferred):
- Minimum 2 years’ interpreting experience
- Community interpreting Level 3 certificate
- Diploma in Police interpreting (DPI) / Metropolitan Police test
- Diploma in public service interpreting (DPSI)
- Any other qualifications related to interpreting/translation
- Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in languages, translation, interpretation, philology, linguistics or related fields
- Ph.D. or doctoral degree in languages, philology, linguistics or related fields
- Certificate of higher education in translation, interpretation, languages, philology or linguistics
- National register of public service interpreters (NRPSI)
- Chartered Institute of Linguists qualification (CIOL)
- Institute of Translation and Interpreting (ITI)
- Membership of other professional bodies
- Proficiency in English (when appropriate to supply evidence)
Additional requirements:
- Evidence of eligibility to work in the UK
- Valid enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to apply)
- Two references
Contact details
Tel: 0800 520 0380
Email: interpreters@clearvoice.org.uk
Freelance Romanian Face-to-Face Interpreters in Bristol Required employer: ClearVoice
Clear Voice is an exceptional employer dedicated to breaking down language barriers and supporting vulnerable communities. With a strong commitment to equal opportunities, we offer competitive pay, flexible working hours, and comprehensive training to ensure our interpreters thrive in their roles. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth, allowing you to choose assignments that align with your interests while making a meaningful impact in Bristol and beyond.
