Sessional Interpreter

**THE ROLE**

On behalf of our Leicester Client, we are seeking to recruit a **Sessional Interpreter - Cantonese**.

Working as part of the NHS, you will be required to facilitate communication between caseworker and service user by providing interpretation and translation services. It will be necessary for you to be fluent in Cantonese and English.

This role is an essential communication link between the service users and staff who provide the service. Please note that hours will be available when requests come through.

Please note that this role is not at the University.

**Expected start date**: ASAP

**Expected end date**: ongoing

**Rate of pay**:£12.00

**Holiday Pay**: £1.45

This role is a site based based role working various hours. It will be necessary for you to travel to various locations within Leicester & Leicestershire.

Please note that hours will be available when requests come through. The bookings normally happen between 08.30am and 17:00pm Monday to Friday but on the odd occasion, there may be a request for an earlier start or a later finish.

**Duties and responsibilities**
To interpret information from Cantonese to English in a professional environment and vice versa.

To be able to deal with confidential information.

**Skills and experience**
*Previous experience is an advantage.

*Good communication is essential - to speak/understand both English and Cantonese fully.*Reliability and professionalism are key to this role.*To hold a DBS certificate (Disclosure Barring Service Check) would be advantageous; however a DBS check will be conducted prior to starting the role

**Location**
Leicester

**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary contract

**Salary**: £12.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 1078376