We reward and recognise the contribution shown by every member of staff with a comprehensive benefits package, commitment to their personal and professional development and the flexibility to manage work and home commitments.
Take a look at how we recognise and reward you at Rutland.
- A competitive salary
- We support your development needs to help you meet your full potential
- A 37-hour working week but also opportunities for part-time working. If you are looking for some flexibility in where or how you work, we'll try to support you
- Some of our roles have career grade structures giving a clear career pathway and salary progression
- If you are moving to Rutland to join us, you may be eligible for help with relocation, including support for removal, travel and legal costs
- A defined benefits pension scheme with the LGPS, including the option to make additional voluntary contributions
- You will also have life assurance cover from the moment you join the Local Government Pension Scheme, offering a lump sum equal to two years' pay if you die in service
- Free uniform if one is needed for your role
- There is a real sense of being valued at the Council, and ensuring you have a genuine balance between your work life and personal life.
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Minimum 24 days leave and bank holidays
Minimum 24 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus paid bank holidays. An extra 5 days after 5 years service.
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Career breaks
Career breaks and extended periods of leave to support you.
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Professional membership
Payment of professional body membership fees if this is a requirement of your role.
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Developing you
Easy access to learning, coaching and mentoring, and secondment opportunities.
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Maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
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Flexible working
Flexible working policies to enable you to balance work and home commitments.
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Competitive salary
Competitive salary in line with nationally agreed pay scales. Defined benefits pension scheme.
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Wellbeing support helpline
24/7 advice, support and counselling for you and your immediate family via our employee assistance programme.
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Cycle to work scheme
Cycle to work scheme through the Green Commute Initiative – salary sacrifice offering a great deal.
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Mindfulness programmes
Improve your wellbeing with our Mindfulness sessions.
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Discounted swimming sessions
Use the Passport to Leisure Scheme and pay less to swim at Catmose Sports Centre.
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Discounts
Our staff have access to discounts on phone contracts, car hire, and more.