Job summary
We have a permanent vacancy for a Welsh Language Translator working as part of the Corporate Governance Team within Digital Health and Care Wales. The role involves providing a seamless translation service for departments within DHCW and externally.
We are looking for a motivated individual who can work, learn and actively contribute within a team environment, and has knowledge and working experience of providing a translation service.
The ideal candidate must have demonstrable experience of translating from English into Welsh and from Welsh into English.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Corporate Governance Team, the postholder will provide a translation service to all departments who require translations and return them in a timely manner.
The work will involve translating written documents such as social media posts and blog posts, for example, which are smaller in size but require a very quick turnaround, through to documents and reports on a much larger scale. The role involves using translation memory software; previous experience of using such software is beneficial but not essential.
Due to the nature of the vacancy, candidates must possess Welsh language skills at Level 5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.
About us
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is part of the NHS Wales family and has an important role in changing the way health and care services are delivered through technology and data. The organisation supports frontline staff with modern systems and access to important information about their patients, while empowering the people of Wales to manage their own health through digital NHS Wales services.
Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and opportunities for career development. We are committed to recognising and celebrating our staff as the most valuable part of our organisation.
Join our game changing, life-saving team and start making a real difference to health and care services in Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- A Degree in an appropriate subject e.g., Languages or equivalent experience.
- A relevant qualification in Welsh.
- Ability to use the most recent translation technology.
- Knowledge of Microsoft packages including Office.
Desirable
- Basic Membership of the Welsh Association of Translators and Interpreters.
- Knowledge of the current legislative framework for Welsh language services in the NHS.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of translation.
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS.
- Experience of work involving languages or digital communications.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Welsh Language Skills are essential at levels 5 in listening, speaking, reading, understanding and writing in Welsh.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
Employer details
Employer name
Digital Health and Care Wales
Address
Hybrid working
Ty Glan Yr Afon, Cardiff
CF11 9AD