Sessional Language Interpreters

Are you a qualified Interpreter, Translator?

Do you have experience of working as an Interpreter or Translator?

• Cantonese
• Kurdish
• Spanish
• Portuguese
• Luganda
• Oromo
• Tamil
• Vietnamese
• Yoruba

The Royal Greenwich Interpreting Service (RGIS) provides face‑to‑face language interpreters, British sign language (BSL) interpreters, and the translation of documents as required to enable residents to access local health services and services provided by the Council. RGIS is a confidential service that ensures non‑English speaking clients and patients receive equal access to council and local health services. RGIS aims to provide interpreting and translation in most languages, covering up to 137 languages spoken in the borough.

The successful candidate will have a substantial amount of experience in public service interpreting and translation, with a recognised qualification in Interpreting and Translation to at least Community Interpreting level
3. Experience working with health or social care professionals is desirable, and expertise in medical and legal interpreting is an advantage.

The sessional role is designed around face‑to‑face engagement, with responsibilities carried out through direct, in‑person interaction with professionals and non‑English speaking clients. This is an open advertisement and interviews will be held at regular times throughout the year.

When applying, please state the language(s) you can interpret/translate clearly on your application form, and provide evidence of your language skills and experience in interpreting services and your areas of proficiency.

Full employment history is required for this role, together with a satisfactory written explanation of any gaps in employment.

Royal Borough of Greenwich values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Salary is advertised for a standard working week of 35 hours unless otherwise stated. A salary calculator is available to help you calculate a pro‑rate salary.

Our Staff Values are important to us. Candidates will be continuously assessed against our staff values throughout the recruitment process, and we reserve the right to reject an application if views or behaviours do not meet these standards.