Kent County Council are always looking for professional interpreters and translators to join their network and provide high-quality language support across a range of public sector services.
As an interpreter or translator, you will play an important role in helping individuals communicate effectively when accessing vital services such as healthcare, social services, and education. Your skills will help ensure that language is never a barrier to receiving the support people need.
We offer a range of opportunities designed to suit different working preferences, including face-to-face interpreting, remote interpreting, and written translation work.
What We’re Looking For
We are recruiting translators and interpreters for the following languages: Somali, Kurdish Sorani, Kurdish Kurmanji, Oromo, Spanish, French, Tamil, Amharic, Bulgarian, Nuer, and Ukrainian.
Face-to-Face Interpreting
Face-to-face assignments involve attending appointments in person to provide clear and accurate interpretation between professionals and service users. These assignments take place across Kent and surrounding areas and may be within settings such as healthcare, local authority services, and education.
Remote Interpreting
Remote interpreting allows you to support appointments via telephone or online platforms such as Microsoft Teams. This option provides greater flexibility and enables interpreters to work from home while still delivering professional language support.
Written Translation
We also work with translators to provide written document translation for public sector clients. This may include translating reports, letters, forms, or other official documentation.
What We Offer
We aim to provide a supportive and flexible working environment for our interpreters and translators.
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Flexible assignments that fit around your availability
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Travel and parking expenses claimable for eligible face-to-face bookings
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Opportunities across a range of sectors, including healthcare, social services, and education
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A variety of interpreting and translation assignments
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Support from a dedicated and professional coordination team
Applicants should have:
We are looking for professional, reliable individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality language support.
✔️ Proven experience as an interpreter or translator
✔️ A recognised interpreting qualification, or relevant professional experience
✔️ Strong communication skills and attention to accuracy
✔️ A high level of professionalism and confidentiality
✔️ The ability to travel to appointments for face-to-face work where required
✔️ A high level of professionalism and confidentiality
✔️ The ability to travel to appointments for face-to-face work where required
Why choose Kent County Council
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Permanent positions with competitive salaries and benefits.
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Opportunities to move across teams and specialisms.
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A culture that encourages learning, reflection, and professional curiosity.
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Supportive colleagues and leadership who value practical experience over box-ticking.
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