British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter - Remote VRI (Perm) at Manchester, Greater manchester

British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter (RSLI) - Remote Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) | Permanent

Salary: £45,000 per annum (full-time) + benefits (pro rata for part-time)

Location: Fully remote/home-based - anywhere in the UK

Hours: Full-time and part-time (set shifts available)

Clients/Sector: NHS, Local Authorities & wider Public Sector

We're recruiting a fully qualified Level 6 BSL/English Interpreter (RSLI) for a permanent, fully remote Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) service. You'll provide accurate, impartial interpreting on live video calls, supporting Deaf and hard of hearing service users across the UK in healthcare and public sector settings.

What you'll be doing

• Interpret BSL ↔ spoken English on live video appointments (on-demand VRI service)
• Support a wide range of interactions including NHS and local authority appointments
• Work to the highest standards of accuracy, confidentiality, safeguarding and impartiality
• Operate within a Monday-Friday service (no evenings, weekends or bank holidays)

Shift patterns available

Full-time (1 vacancy):

• Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (excluding bank holidays)

Part-time (1 vacancy):

• Wednesday 12:30pm-4:00pm
• Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm
• Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
• Alternative hours may be considered for the right candidate.

What we offer

• £45,000 salary (full-time) + benefits (pro rata for part-time)
• Permanent role with a leading global organisation
• Fully remote working with reliable, predictable daytime hours

Essential criteria (please apply only if you meet all)

You must have:

• Current registration with NRCPD or RBSLI and RSLI status (and able to maintain annual re-registration)
• A recognised interpreting qualification: MA / PGDip / NVQ Level 6 (or equivalent) in BSL/English Interpreting/Translating
• Level 6 / honours degree level (or equivalent) in your second language (typically BSL)
• Proven experience interpreting within public sector environments (e.g., NHS, local authorities)
• Strong IT confidence and comfort working professionally in a remote setting
• Willingness to wear a company-issued uniform while on duty

Home & technical requirements (required for remote VRI)

To be considered, you must have:

• A quiet, professional home workspace (free from background noise/interruptions)
• High-speed broadband: minimum 5 Mbps download / 3 Mbps upload
• Space for a 5 ft x 7 ft backdrop
• A wired internet connection (no Wi‑Fi, modem/router connected directly to device)

How to apply

If you meet the essential criteria and want a permanent remote BSL Interpreter (RSLI) role, apply now with your CV

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