Translator (Welsh to English, English to Welsh)

Salary: £22,944 - £24,897 / year

Translator (Welsh to English, English to Welsh)
Application Deadline: 8 January 2025

Department: Bilingualism

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: To be confirmed

Reporting To: Head of Library Services and Welsh Language Standards

Compensation: £22,944 - £24,897 / year

DescriptionThe Board of Directors of Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion are committed to appointing the very best staff who achieve excellence in their work. Working to the values and behaviours that underpin the strategic plan and business of the institution, the College seeks staff that display creativity and innovation, whilst driving their own performance, and the performance of others, to provide the very best experience and service to learners.

The translation team delivers an internal translation service for the Executive team, teaching and support staff across the seven College campuses. The role of translator is to translate documents submitted efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and high quality translation is maintained at all times. They will have a keen eye for detail and have the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. They will have the capability of confidently translating documents from English to Welsh as well as from Welsh to English. Documents can be varied, ranging from learning resources for the broad range of curriculum areas, College policies, administrative documents and posts for social media. The unit uses Wordfast translation memory software. Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills are required as the postholder will be required to liaise with staff across the College on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as an effective and flexible member of the team in order to provide an efficient and accurate translation service to all staff at Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion.
• Become confident in using the internal translation system to take and return translated work to
  academic and administrative staff within the College.
• Carry out translation of the highest level, checking and proofreading prior to returning.
• Translate a variety of written materials, including official documents, marketing content, student
  handouts and technical texts.
• Have the ability to adjust tone, style and terminology based on the target audience or subject matter.
• Ensure consistency in all translations produced with regards to terminology and standards, both for internal and external use.
• Respond to translation requests received by email and transfer these to the internal electronic
  system.
• Utilise their research skills in order to effectively research the translation for new, unfamiliar or technical terms.
• Be competent in using translation memory software. The College uses Wordfast.
• Proofread and edit work translated by other members of the team as and when required.
• To deputise for the Senior Translator as and when required.
• Liaise with the College's internal staff as necessary to discuss the details of their requests.
• Carry out any other duties as directed by the Principal/Chief Executive commensurate with the grade of the post at the initial place of work or other locations within the College.

Skills Knowledge and ExpertiseEssential Criteria:

• Degree or post-graduate qualification in Welsh
• Relevant experience of translation, Welsh to English and English to Welsh (preferably within the education sector)
• Experience of using translation memory software
• Strong computer literacy in a range of IT systems and packages to include Google Suite
• Excellentresearch skills
• Ability to handle multiple translation requests simultaneously
• Skilled in prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines and managing multiple translation projects simultaneously
• Strong communication skills and ability to work harmoniously with colleagues
• Good interpersonal and organisational skills
• High level of personal integrity and confidentiality
• Good presentational skills
• Detail orientated with a strong focus on accuracy and quality

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of using Wordfast translation software
• Experience as a Simultaneous translator

Welsh Language Requirements:

• Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 4
• Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 4

(See detailed language descriptions here )

Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Benefits

• You will receive 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 41 days holiday per year. You also receive an additional 4 days after 5 years service.
• Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 20%.
• Award-winning professional learning and development programme.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• Online and instore retail discounts