British Sign Language Interpreter - Elysium Healthcare : Job Details

We're looking for a Registered Qualified BSL Interpreter (NRCPD/RBSLI registered) to join our specialist team at All Saints Hospital in Oldham, Greater Manchester. At All Saints Hospital, inclusive care is not just a principle—it's our practice.

As a BSL Interpreter, you will play a crucial role in supporting d/Deaf staff and service users with complex linguistic and communication needs, to access vital Mental Health interventions, therapy and training. Working in a collaborative and culturally sensitive team, you will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact every day. We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. If you are passionate about championing communication without barriers and making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Interpreting in a Mental Health settings with professionalism and empathy
• Collaborating with the team to deliver accessible care
• Supporting clear, culturally competent communication
• Upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and safeguarding

As a British Sign Language Interpreter, you will be:

• Able to Interpret spoken English into British Sign Language (BSL) and vice versa during Mental Health therapy sessions, assessments, meetings, training and crisis interventions
• Able to convey complex, sensitive, and often emotional content accurately and with cultural competence
• Preparing assignments by reviewing case information where appropriate and liaising with clinicians
• Able to maintain impartiality and uphold professional boundaries in emotionally charged or distressing scenarios
• Supporting Mental Health professionals in delivering accessible and inclusive care to deaf service users
• Maintaining accurate records of interpreting assignments in accordance with NHS or employer policies
• Adhering to safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection guidelines at all times
• Accountable for the provision of BSL interpreting translation at All Saints Hospital in collaboration with the team
• Ensuring that provision is delivered to a suitable standard in accordance with NRCPD guidelines
• Have experience in psychiatric or crisis care settings, and an understanding of d/Deaf culture is essential

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Level 6 qualification in BSL and relevant BSL /English interpreting translation course  
• Registered with NRCPD as a Registered Qualified Sign Language Interpreter (a minimum 2-year post qualification)
• Experience interpreting in healthcare or Mental Health settings
• A strong understanding of Mental Health terminology, practices, and patient confidentiality
• The ability to handle emotionally sensitive material and remain composed under pressure
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice
• Prior experience in psychiatric, counselling, or crisis care environments 
• Knowledge of d/Deaf culture and experience working with d/Deaf individuals with additional needs 
• Familiarity with NHS systems or working within multidisciplinary care teams 
• Flexibility in that may be required to work some evenings and weekends 

Where you will be working:

Location: Grange Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL8 4EF

You will be working alongside the multidisciplinary team at All Saints Hospital, providing care for people who are d/Deaf or have complex communication needs. It is a culturally sensitive service which has been created to provide support and rehabilitation with care and intervention from both deaf and hearing members of staff.  

 All Saints Hospital which is a specialist Mental Health service which has self-contained flats for deaf men over 18 years old, which helps them move along their care pathway to more independent living.

 What you will get:

• Annual salary of £50,000
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off!
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance
• 24-hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals
• Pension contribution to secure your future
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. 

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.