British Sign Language / English Translator

British Sign Language / English Translator The role We are looking for a qualified British Sign Language / English Translator (in-house) to deliver BSL translations and in-vision interpreting for our external communications. The role is maternity cover for approximately nine months. What you'll do - Strategic planning and delivery - leading our in-house BSL translation work to increase the accessibility of our information and services. - BSL translation and in-vision interpretation - preparing and creating BSL videos and providing 'in-vision' translation for video content. - Filming - setting up a professional home filming studio, including a green screen, lighting and camera, and managing the filming independently. - Leading an internal group of BSL presenters - providing training, feedback and ongoing support. The role will involve working closely with a BSL / English interpreter. What you'll need - Level 6 Diploma in Sign Language Interpreting and Translation. - Valid NRCPD registration. - Proven experience of in-vision interpretation and BSL translation , including green screen video production . - Experience of independently managing the recording of translations without a camera operator. - Excellent organisation and time-management skills , with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. - The ability to both work on your own initiative and collaborate effectively. - A sound understanding of Agile values and principles or willingness to learn. - A criminal record check / DBS disclosure (if offered the position). What you'll get - Home-based working with flexible hours. - 25 days holiday - plus an additional 3 days at Christmas (and bank holidays). - Pension ( 5.5% employer contribution). - Healthcare Cashplan. - Annual performance-based salary increase . - Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programmes. What we do The National Deaf Children's Society is the leading charity for deaf children . We give expert support on childhood deafness, raise awareness and campaign for deaf children's rights , so they have the same opportunities as everyone else. Disability Confident We are a Disability Confident Employer committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme and who meet the minimum requirements of the person specification. Please contact our recruitment team with any accessibility or reasonable adjustment enquiries. The National Deaf Childrens Society is a registered charity in England and Wales (1016532) and in Scotland (SC040779). This job is being posted by Webrecruit on behalf of the National Deaf Children's Society. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Other organisations may call this role BSL Translator and Accessibility Specialist, In-House BSL Interpreter, BSL Content and Media Translator, BSL Communications and Accessibility Lead, BSL Video Production Specialist, BSL Engagement and Translation Officer, Sign Language Media Translator, BSL Digital Content Creator, BSL Language and Inclusion Co-ordinator, or BSL Interpretation and Training Lead. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-03-12