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Benefits of working for AoC

AoC is committed to rewarding our employees, focusing on attracting and retaining talented people who share our values and our vision for colleges; providing a working environment in which our people can make a valued contribution to AoC’s success through working practices that offer flexibility, autonomy and professional development. We provide a Total Reward package that makes working at AoC a rewarding experience in the widest sense.

Pension Options

LPFA Pension Scheme, part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) (subject to eligibility); or
8% employer contribution to the Pensions Trust Scheme

Leave and Flexible Working

30 days paid annual leave plus bank/public holidays (pro rata if part time)
2 days paid Volunteer Leave to undertake voluntary/charity work
Support when you need to take leave for life events: compassionate leave, dependents leave, parental, maternity and paternity leave
Flexible and Hybrid Work approach through which our staff agree informal flexible working patterns, or formal flexible working agreements, depending on circumstances

Health and Wellbeing

Private Healthcare
Employee Assistance Scheme - Health Assured - offering access to emotional and practical support including helplines, counselling and legal advice
Eye Care Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Mental Health First Aiders

Travel Assistance

Season Ticket Loan Scheme

Learning and Development

Structured induction and onboarding process
Performance and Development Review (PDR) framework with objectives for all staff linked to strategic plan
Opportunities for training and professional development including sponsorship of professional qualifications
Career development opportunities through collaborative working and internal project teams/working groups
Contribution towards your membership subscription for your professional body

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