Benefits Of Working For Us
Because we believe our staff are key to the work we carry out at Tower Hamlets College and their contribution is essential and highly valued, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits as follows...
Pension
Final salary pension scheme for all staff (Teachers Pension Scheme for lecturers and Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff)
Annual leave
Generous annual leave entitlement in addition to college closure days and bank holidays.
26 days for support staff increasing to 31 days after 5 years service
35 days for managers
52 days for lecturing staff
Access
All College sites easily accessible for wheelchair users and also easily accessible by public transport (either bus, DLR or tube).
Loans
Interest free loans available for annual travel season tickets.
Family friendly policies
The College is keen to promote and support a work-life balance and shows its commitment through enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave and flexible working where possible.
Staff development
Support on both long and short courses.
Leisure
5 a-side football & badminton available through our Workhouse facilities.
Up to 25% off gym membership at LA fitness.
Cafes
On site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
Additional benefits for lecturers
Eligibility for Key Worker Housing scheme
Communications
The College has an established framework of consultation and negotiation with staff and with recognised Trade Unions.
Equality & Diversity
Equality & Diversity forum
Prayer room facilities
Religious & cultural events calendar
Childcare vouchers
Subsidised childcare.
Occupational Health/Counselling
OH service and counselling referrals.
Eye Care
Free annual eye test.
Employee Support Programme
Telephone and on-line support 24 hours a day.
