Fees guidance
How much should I charge?
It's hard to know what to charge when you're starting out and that's why NUBSLI have produced guidance on how much it costs to book a BSL/English interpreter.
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National Union of British Sign Language Interpreters
Starting your career as a BSL/English interpreter? NUBSLI is here to help.
Being part of a union means someone always has your back.
Take a look below at some of the ways NUBSLI supports its members
- discount on services from Unite
- free legal advice
- CPD
- late payment support
- tax rules assistance
- access to a buddy
Freelance guidance pack
Everything you need to know about going freelance
Whether you're a new interpreter or an experienced one about to go freelance, this guide provides useful information to help you become successful in your career.
Read the freelance packInterpreter guide
How to book and work with an interpreter
This provides everything you need to be confident in booking and working with interpreters – essential for sharing with clients and those booking interpreters.
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Someone to talk to about work issues
NUBSLI can pair you with a more experienced interpreter, an extra layer of support when you're starting out.
Read more about buddyingHow to work with an interpreter
The do's and don'ts of working with an interpreter
Our useful visual guide provides tips on what people should and shouldn't do when working with an interpreter. Download and share.
View the do's and don'tsInterpreter organisations explained
Interpreter organisations and what they do
Do you know your VLP from your NRCPD and your SRLPDC from your ASLI? Our useful guide explains all.
View the guide