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Job summary
We wish to recruit a translator to join the Welsh Language Unit at NWSSP.
We are a large team of translators, supporting NWSSP and other NHS Wales organisations with translation services.
The work is varied and interesting. We translate a wide range of content varying from web-pages, patient information leaflets, publicity campaigns, job descriptions, policies, system interfaces and applications.
You must have experience in translating and proof-reading and editing text from English to Welsh and vice versa, ideally in the health & social care sector.
You must have an excellent command of grammar in both languages and a degree in the Welsh language or similar.
We offer excellent rates of pay for the right candidate with the relevant qualifications, skills and experience.
You will have knowledge and understanding of using translation memory software and term-bases.
We have offices in Cardiff, Nantgarw, Swansea, Pontypool and St Asaph. We also offer hybrid working and the opportunity to work from home as well as a generous NHS Pension and 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays.
The salary range is £32,073 to £39,043 - Band 5.
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post
If you're interested in this vacancy, look at the job description and the person specification. If you'd like to discuss this vacancy, get in touch with Oliver Owen (oliver.owen@wales.nhs.uk).
Main duties of the job
Provide written translations of various documents from English to Welsh and Welsh to English, using a variety of IT tools, including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, using translation memory software such as Phrase.
As a member of the team, the translator will translate a wide range of interesting, complex, technical, confidential and sensitive documents. The translator will also be responsible for translating publications, reports, policies, agendas, minutes, board papers, press releases, letters, forms, recruitment papers and web content/social media content.
Translate information, documents and forms for patients, service users and the public at large which requires accuracy and the use of the most appropriate language, terminology, style and syntax for the subject and recipients.
Proof-read your own work and the work of other members of the team. Ensure that translations meet editorial quality.
Follow the protocols and procedures that are in place within the Welsh Language Unit to deliver a high quality, timely and accurate translation services to our clients within NHS Wales.
Prepare all documents prior to translation, ensuring that the document is grammatically correct. This will entail communicating with the author of the document to gain a greater understanding of the subject e.g. policies and procedures.
About us
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offeringa comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visithttps://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Details
- Date posted: 17 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 2 years
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 043-AC128-0726W
- Job locations: Cardiff or other sites across Wales, Cardiff, CF14 3UB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of translating and proof-reading approx. 3,500 - 5,000 words per working day
- Significant experience in written translation work
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a team
- Experience of managing own workload with minimal supervision
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- A confident understanding of the natural characteristics, grammar and syntax of the Welsh and English languages
- Ability to cope with considerable work pressure at times
Desirable
- Ability to work independently and plan own work
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Degree in either Welsh or Translation Studies or extensive experience of translating from English to Welsh/Welsh to English
- Knowledge of 'translation memory' packages such as Phrase
Desirable
- A member of the Society of Welsh Translators or working towards membership
- Understanding of the requirements of the Welsh Language Standards
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This advert is for Welsh Language Translator with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership in Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Band 5 role. The advertised salary is £32,557 to £39,631 a year. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 31 Aug 2026.
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