Interpreting and Translation Services

NHS Buckinghamshire has selected thebigword as its primary provider for both Interpreting and Translation services.
Below, you’ll find an overview of the services available through thebigword and the different avenues staff can utilise to access these vital resources:
Face-to-Face Interpreting
Face-to-face interpreting services for meetings, appointments, and conferences.
Telephone and Remote Interpreting
Instant access to interpreters via phone, facilitating communication in real-time.
Video and Document Translation
Accurate translation of videos and written materials, including reports, manuals, and official documents, across various languages and formats.
Sign Solutions
Sign solutions can be used to access on demand BSL interpreters via an video platform, and can be used as an alternative to booking a F2F interpreter for BSL.
Telephone Interpreting Services
Telephone Interpreting
Telephone Interpreting (TI) is available on demand for over 250 languages and dialects, with an impressive average connection time of under 60 seconds.
To request the service, simply call thebigword at 0333 344 9473. You’ll need to enter your team-specific access code (provided by Heads of Service) followed by your Language code. For detailed instructions, please refer to the Telephone Interpreting user guide below.
Additionally, you can access our Telephone Interpreting services conveniently through the WordSynk app.


Face-to-Face Interpreting
Face-to-Face (F2F) interpreting requests, catering to both spoken and non-spoken languages, can be conveniently pre-booked through our online booking portal, IMSD. For detailed instructions, please refer to the user guide below.
Please be aware that access to the portal requires completion of the attached new user form below, which should then be returned to ukgovinterpreting@thebigword.com.
Document Translation
Documents can be securely submitted to our online translation portal, the Translation Management System (TMS). Upon submission, thebigword will promptly provide a quote and timeline for the job.
The requester can then decide whether to proceed with the translation or reject the quote. For detailed guidance on the request process, please refer to the attached TMS user guide.
Please note that access to the portal can be granted upon completion of the attached new user form, which should be returned to ukgovinterpreting@thebigword.com.

Sign Solutions
Sign solutions can be used to access on demand BSL interpreters via an video platform, and can be used as an alternative to booking a F2F interpreter for BSL.

Contacts
Account Manager
Your dedicated account manager is Michael McKane. You can contact Michael directly at Michael.McKane@thebigword.com.
Helpdesk
For assistance, our helpdesk is available 24/7. You can reach us via email at ukgovinterpreting@thebigword.com or by calling 0333 344 9479.
Feedback and Complaints
To provide feedback, please fill out the form below and our Customer Intelligence Team will be in touch as soon as possible.
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Rarer Languages Request Form
If you require a rarer language, you may need to pre-book. Please fill out the form below to inform us of your requirements and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
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