By working for Leicestershire County Council, you will be making a difference to the lives of the people and communities within Leicestershire.
We aim to provide our employees with a positive and supportive work environment that helps them to enjoy a work-life balance and to look after their wellbeing.
Finance and lifestyle
Excellent pension
If eligible, we’ll automatically enrol you into the Local Government Pension Scheme. The scheme includes:
- life cover (3 years’ normal pay)
- a pension for your spouse/partner and children in the event of your death in service
If you become seriously ill, you may qualify to receive your pension early.
Your pension contribution will be based on your salary amount. We will also make a generous employer contribution. Additional payments can be made directly from your salary to boost your income in retirement.
Certain positions may come with eligibility for an alternative pension scheme; details will be made available to these employees.
Employee discounts
Our employee benefits scheme gives you access to a variety of local and national offers and discounts on:
- food shopping
- days out
- travel
- eating out
- gym memberships
- health plans
- motoring (e.g. discounted breakdown cover, MOT / services)
- financial services
Cycle to work and lease car salary sacrifice schemes
You can pay a fixed monthly amount which is deducted directly from your salary for a new car or a new bike and cycling accessories. Terms and conditions apply.
Work-life balance
Flexible working
Depending on your role, you could be eligible for flexible working. This could include:
- flexibility to work from a combination of the office and other locations including your home
- term time working
- part-time hours
- flexible start and finish times
- compressed hours (i.e., working your total contracted hours over fewer working days)
Annual leave
Our generous annual leave entitlements are based on the grade you are appointed to and are in addition to bank holidays.
The minimum entitlement ranges from 25 to 32 days per year. You can also buy additional annual leave, subject to certain conditions.
Family friendly policies
We understand that being a parent / carer is an important responsibility. That’s why we have a range of family friendly policies to support you. This includes:
- above statutory maternity, adoption, and paternity pay
- paid foster carer leave
- paid emergency dependent leave
- career breaks
Health, wellbeing, and inclusion
Health and wellbeing support
The wellbeing of our employees is a priority for us.
You will have access to:
- free eye tests if your job involves using a computer
- flu vaccinations
- support to stop smoking
- a confidential counselling service
- an enhanced occupational sick pay scheme
- advice and support from an occupational health service when required
- a range of health and wellbeing activities including:
- mindfulness sessions
- exercise groups
- a menopause cafe
Employee network groups
You can join any of our workers’ groups and access support from colleagues and help develop policies and procedures that affect employees.
These groups include:
- Armed Forces Employee Network
- Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic (BAME) Network
- Disabled Workers’ Group
- LGBTQ+ Staff Network
- New Starter Network
- Menopause Network Group
- Working Carers Group
You may also wish to volunteer to become a Diversity Champion, Menopause Champion, or Mental Health First Aider.
Volunteering days
You will have the opportunity to spend up to two working days per year volunteering in your local community.
Professional development
Induction
To help you settle into your role quickly and smoothly, we provide all new starters with a structured induction programme.
You can also join our New Starters’ Network where you can meet other employees who have recently joined us.
Annual performance reviews
In addition to regular one-to-one meetings with your manager, you will also have an annual performance review. This will give you the opportunity to discuss your career aspirations and the support you need to progress in your role.
Learning and development
Throughout your career with us, you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities including:
- e-learning
- qualification and non-qualification courses
- job shadowing
- secondments
- mentoring
Find out more about how we support the health and wellbeing of our staff and our work to become an inclusive workplace.