Annual leave
The amount of leave employees receive depends upon length of continuous service with Local Government or other public bodies specified in the Redundancy Payments (Local Government) (Modification) Order 1983. The leave year runs from 1 April to 31 March. Leave entitlements are:

Up to 5 years’ continuous service - 24 days
Completion of 5 years’ continuous service - 29 days
Completion of 10 years’ continuous service - 31 days

Local Government Pension Scheme
The local Government Pension Scheme is open to all employees up to 75 years of age and with a contract of more than 3 months’ duration.

Car Parking
There is substantial free car parking available at the 3 main Council locations, however, a parking space cannot be guaranteed. Designated car parking spaces are reserved for disabled drivers at all Council locations. Car sharing is encouraged and designated car parking spaces are also reserved for car sharers. 

Childcare Provision
The Council, in conjunction with KiddiVouchers, has introduced Childcare Vouchers which can be exchanged in whole, or part, for the childcare services used. Further information can be obtained from KiddiVouchers (www.kiddivouchers.com) on 0800 612 4395 or Human Resources. 

Leisure Centres
There are discounts available for employees at various Leisure Centres within the District.

Season Ticket (Rail) Scheme
This benefit is offered to employees as part of the Council’s Travel Plan.

Discount Shopping
The Council has negotiated discounts for employees with a range of companies offering products and services.