13079 - Foreign Language Translation Specialist (Core Language Competence - Arabic or Urdu)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £36,151 i £37,887 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | NE31 1SF |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Ministry of Justice |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 13079 |
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This is an exciting opportunity for capable linguists to work in a fast paced environment in the security and intelligence sector
We are seeking candidates with excellent Arabic (Maghrebi) and Urdu language skills, at least one of which as a language of core competence. Additional language skills/multi-lingual candidates are desirable.
There will be 3 recruitment stages:
1) Application
2) Language Proficiency Assessment
3) Behaviours Based Interview
Roles are available Full-Time (37 hours) or Part-Time (18.5 hours). Work is 100% office based.
Ability
An ability to accurately and consistently translate audio and written content from the relevant foreign language into written English.
To have an existing membership or work towards obtaining affiliate member of the Chartered Institute for Linguists.
To have or work towards achieving a Level 6 Diploma in Public Service Translating and an assessed C1 language level certification in the relevant language(s).
An understanding of Intelligence and intelligence gathering activities.
IT proficiency across a range of applications.
Experience
The job holder must obtain security clearance at SC level before taking up the post.
Experience of translation work for a public sector body is desirable and although not essential, as applicants will be assessed as part of the application process, a C1 language level certification from a recognised body is desirable. Written and oral fluency in the relevant foreign language and the English language.
Understanding of digital and Artificial Intelligence systems.
Understanding of intelligence and the HMPPS intelligence model and capabilities. Understanding of the operation of the Security function within a prison.
Understanding of covert intelligence capabilities as per the Investigatory Powers Act (and RIPA) as pertains to covert surveillance.
Technical
To have or work towards achieving a Level 6 Diploma in Public Service Translating and an assessed C1 language level certification in the relevant language(s)
Staff will need to pass an assessment process, assessing linguistic competence and capability.
We are seeking candidates with excellent Arabic (Maghrebi) and Urdu language skills, at least one of which as a language of core competence. Additional language skills/multi-lingual candidates are desirable.
There will be 3 recruitment stages:
1) Application
2) Language Proficiency Assessment
3) Behaviours Based Interview
Roles are available Full-Time (37 hours) or Part-Time (18.5 hours). Work is 100% office based.
Ability
An ability to accurately and consistently translate audio and written content from the relevant foreign language into written English.
To have an existing membership or work towards obtaining affiliate member of the Chartered Institute for Linguists.
To have or work towards achieving a Level 6 Diploma in Public Service Translating and an assessed C1 language level certification in the relevant language(s).
An understanding of Intelligence and intelligence gathering activities.
IT proficiency across a range of applications.
Experience
The job holder must obtain security clearance at SC level before taking up the post.
Experience of translation work for a public sector body is desirable and although not essential, as applicants will be assessed as part of the application process, a C1 language level certification from a recognised body is desirable. Written and oral fluency in the relevant foreign language and the English language.
Understanding of digital and Artificial Intelligence systems.
Understanding of intelligence and the HMPPS intelligence model and capabilities. Understanding of the operation of the Security function within a prison.
Understanding of covert intelligence capabilities as per the Investigatory Powers Act (and RIPA) as pertains to covert surveillance.
Technical
To have or work towards achieving a Level 6 Diploma in Public Service Translating and an assessed C1 language level certification in the relevant language(s)
Staff will need to pass an assessment process, assessing linguistic competence and capability.