About the job
Are you seeking a rewarding interpreter role in Maidstone, Kent? If you desire flexibility in your work schedule combined with competitive pay rates, we have exciting opportunities for you!
Language Empire is actively looking for skilled freelance interpreters to provide services in diverse environments such as the NHS, local authorities, police, probation services, and various public and private organizations.
Founded in 2001, Language Empire has been a leading provider of professional interpreting and translation services across the UK for over two decades. We cater to a wide range of languages and dialects, ensuring effective communication in critical sectors including politics, business, healthcare, and public service. If you are proficient in one or more foreign languages and wish to make a significant impact, this role may be perfect for you!
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
- Face-to-Face Interpreters
- Telephone Interpreters
- Video Interpreters
- Translators
Note: This is a self-employed position.
Your Role:
As an interpreter, you will listen, comprehend, and accurately convey content from the source language to the target language.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing interpretation services for clients accessing legal, health, and local government services.
- Ensuring non-English speakers fully understand after each sentence.
- Engaging in conference, consecutive, and public service interpreting.
- Handling highly confidential information with discretion.
- Acting as a liaison between service users and providers.
Qualifications:
- Fluency in English and at least one additional language.
- All applicants must possess the right to work in the UK.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Formal qualifications such as:
- Diploma in Public Service Interpreting (DPSI)
- Community Interpreting
- NRPSI, CIOL, ITI registration is a plus
- Degree in Translation, Interpreting, or Languages
- Any other relevant interpreting qualifications.
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Ability to work from home.
- Independent contractor status allows you to be your own boss.
- Access to ongoing support from our dedicated in-house team.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development.
Upon approval of your registration, you will be contacted with job opportunities in your local area.

