Description
We are seeking a full-time Chinese Interpreter & Translator to join our team at Millennium Translations Ltd in Manchester.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing consecutive interpretation and translation services in various settings, including mental health, healthcare, and legal sectors.
Main Requirements
- Possess a full UK driver's license and access to their own vehicle.
- Provide a current, valid Enhanced CRB clearance.
- Have references to verify interpreting and translation experience.
- Be fluent in English and culturally competent and fluent in their native language(s).
Role of an Interpreter & Translator The role involves consecutive interpretation, converting one language to another in real-time, and translation of documents across various industries, ensuring accurate conveyance of the original meaning.
Interpretation Responsibilities
- Interpret in their native language.
- Work in various settings, including mental health, GP practices, hospitals, dental practices, police settings, court proceedings, local authorities, schools, councils, solicitors, education, and health and social services sectors.
- Interpret verbal communications in real-time, paying attention to context, meaning, tone, and technical wording.
- Consult reference works to stay updated with terminology and acquire specialist knowledge when needed.
- Attend booked assignments, drive to and from assignments, and adhere to high standards of professional behavior and confidentiality.
Requirements
- Qualifications in interpreting, translation, or linguistics (MA, BA, DPSI, Community Interpreting Certificate – Level 3, or equivalent).
- Minimum of one year's professional experience, with references required.
- Minimum of 200 hours previous experience working as an interpreter, ideally within the public sector.
- At least two references for previous completed projects relating to their professional translation specialism.
Other Key Competencies
- Dedication, reliability, and confidentiality.
- In-depth knowledge of the culture(s) relating to the languages used.
- Subject matter expertise and knowledge of relevant communities.
- Knowledge of current affairs, politics, cultures, and customs relating to the non-English language used.
- Knowledge and adherence to Ethnic Health office procedures and recognition of equality and diversity.
Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary.
- Employment/statutory benefits.
- Pension scheme.
- Occupational health and well-being services.
- Access to over 36 CPD courses.
- Paid professional body memberships.
- Opportunity to take part in company-funded recreational activities.
- Monthly staff outings.
- Healthcare benefits.
- Free parking.
- Perk box.
- Reward and recognition schemes.
- Birthday vouchers.
- Fixed or flexible working hours.