British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - Work from home - Remote

Teleperformance SE, Edinburgh

British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - Work from home - Remote

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Teleperformance SE, Edinburgh

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 27 Jun | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: a8aad6b98794464b8095cdd73681ee16

Location ref: Edinburgh

Full Job Description

We are seeking qualified and professional British Sign Language (BSL) Translators/Interpreters to join a remote team supporting communication between deaf and hearing individuals. This is a work-from-home opportunity offering flexible hours and competitive pay.,

  • Provide effective Video Remote Interpreting
  • Support and model the company's mission and values
  • Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a respectful and professional attitude with customers and colleagues
  • Always exhibit professional behaviour including punctuality and preparedness for shifts, respectful and collaborative interaction with colleagues and supervisors and timely and accurate record keeping
  • Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technologies
  • Multitask between interpreting effectively and utilizing calls
  • Participate in company sponsored training for Professional Development, Clarity and Professionalism: Communicating clearly and accurately, whether on the phone or by email, can make a significant difference. This includes explaining options or next steps in straightforward language, avoiding jargon, and being patient with customer questions.
  • Consistency and Reliability: Establishing a clear and supportive response that remains consistent across all interactions can reassure customers, especially in sensitive cases where they need to feel valued and secure.
  • Listening Skills: Often, these customers may need to share more details than usual to feel understood. Actively listening, without rushing, helps in accurately addressing their concerns and identifying suitable solutions.
  • Organisational skills:You will have excellent attention to detail, time keeping along with strong planning and scheduling abilities
  • Follow-Up and Resolution: For sensitive or brand-related cases, timely follow-up shows commitment and reinforces trust, especially if additional steps are needed to resolve an issue fully.
  • What you get from us:
  • Perks at Work - Savings Discounts / Free Online Classes
  • Help@Hand - Savings Discounts / Podcast / Wellbeing Recourses / Webinars / Access to; GP's, Mental Health Support, Financial Advice, Legal Advice
  • Critical Illness - up to £10,000
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Eyecare support voucher
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Length of Service Awards
  • Workplace Pension
  • Monthly Inspire Awards - For the best of the best
  • Refer-A-Friend earns up to £1,200 for you
  • Monthly Wellbeing Webinars
  • Dedicated Employee Experience Progress - Here to support TP journey
  • The other important stuff: The role you are applying for, requires that you are vetted to Baseline Personnel Screening Standard (BPSS). If your application is successful, you will ask you to provide documents/evidence to allow us to perform the below checks:
  • Identity check
  • Nationality and Immigration Status (including the entitlement to undertake the work we are offering)
  • Basic Criminal Records Check
  • Employment/Academic History Check - for a period three years leading up to your application.
  • We will require documented evidence of your three-year history. employer/education references, payslips/P45, other evidence of salary payments. If you had any gaps in work/education during this time, we will need evidence of what your activity was, e.g. travel, study, unemployment, volunteering etc. If your application is successful, we will provide you with a list of acceptable documents and how you can send them to us.
  • Disclaimer Please be vigilant against job scams. Teleperformance will never contact you about anything other than your application through our official channels - UK phone number, text or Teleperformance or talent.icims email address. . If you receive any suspicious communications claiming to be from Teleperformance, please disregard them and report the incident to our team. Your security is our priority.

  • Level 6 NVQ Certificate in British Sign Language
  • Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting, Successful candidates will provide accurate and clear interpretation between spoken English and British Sign Language, helping ensure effective communication in a variety of settings. Interpreters will work remotely and may support scheduled or on-demand interpreting sessions., Exhibit the ability to meet performance expectations with minimal supervision
  • Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in all settings
  • Minimum Qualification Requirements:
  • Level 6 NVQ Certificate in British Sign Language
  • Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting
  • Technical knowledge for interpreting IT/Customer Support calls
  • Able to provide accurate interpretation
  • Good understanding of Deaf culture
  • Three to five years' experience in interpreting (working experience in a professional BSL interpretation support role)
  • ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES
  • Empathy and Understanding: Showing genuine care and empathy is essential. Customers who feel understood are more likely to trust and respond positively to guidance or resolutions

Direct job link

https://www.s1jobs.com/job/british-sign-language-bsl-interpreter-work-from-127036010