Staff Benefits & Wellbeing
A happy workforce is a
productive one.
Terms and Conditions
All of our employees benefit from nationally negotiated terms and conditions including STPCD (teachers) or NJC Green book (support staff). This includes our commitment to the Real Living Wage Foundation.
Long Service Recognition
After 5 years continuous service, support staff will receive 5 additional days of annual leave entitlement (pro rata).
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working arrangements from term time only, part-time, job share opportunities, as well as hybrid working where possible. Flexible working can also be requested for colleagues undergoing fertility treatment.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders are available in each of our academies, demonstrating our commitment to, and support for staff.
Family Friendly Policies
At the heart of our policies we strive to be family orientated to support work/life balance. This includes a policy to support emergency and special leave where required.
Employee Assistance Programme
(EAP)
All colleagues and their families have access to Health Assured, a confidential service to support our colleagues with their wellbeing. This includes access to a Health Assured app.
Generous Pensions Schemes
All employees benefit from wither Teachers Pension Scheme or LGPS.
Eye Test Vouchers
Employees using Display Screen Equipment (DSE) are provided with a free eye test and up to £69 towards selected glasses* , funded by the trust. If glasses are needed solely for DSE use, the trust will pay. (*Subject to terms and conditions).
Colleague Recognition Schemes
We have a variety of schemes across our schools that allows our staff to be
recognised and thanked for their hard work.
Our Commitment to Wellbeing
Through our commitment to wellbeing we have committed to the staff
wellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.
Car Parking
Through our commitment to wellbeing we have committed to the staff
wellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.
Headspace
We are delighted to offer access to Headspace which is available for free,
for all of our colleagues. Headspace helps you create life-changing habits to
support your mental health and find a healthier, happier you through science.
Salary Sacrifice Schemes
All colleagues have access to both the Tech Scheme and the Cycle to work
scheme, which allows colleagues to spread the cost of these purchases,
making NI savings of up to 12%.
