Staff Benefits
Collyer’s is committed to promoting an inclusive culture that values every member of the College and prioritises their wellbeing.
Some of the ways we do this are:
Generous Pension Contributions
Approximately 19.6% per annum for support staff and 28.6% per annum for teaching staff.
Enhanced Maternity and Sickness Pay Scheme
The College’s Conditions of Service outline enhanced maternity and sickness pay as well as provisions for paternity and adoption.
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a range of resources including legal advice, counselling and 24hour helpline for wellbeing support for members of staff and their families
Wellbeing
The College provides access to relaxation massages, free on-site health checks, supports Walking for Health and makes time available for Staff wellbeing events throughout the year
Car Parking
The College has a car park for staff use subject to availability
Concessionary Rates for Adult Education Evening Courses
Staff benefit from special rates for a range of interesting evening courses at the College.
Free Use of the College Sports Facilities
Staff have access to the College’s Fitness Suite and the Multi Use Games Area
Gym Membership Discount
15% discount on membership at Bluecoat Sports, Christs Hospital.
Discounted rate at South Downs Leisure.
Free Eye Tests
The College will refund the cost of eye tests for staff who work on computers regularly in their role
Free Flu Vaccine
Voucher for flu vaccine for those eligible offered on an annual basis.
Free Tea and Coffee
Complimentary tea/coffee available throughout the working day
Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Home/Tech scheme for purchase of goods at Curry’s and Ikea.
Scheme for purchase of bike and bike equipment.
Eligibility criteria apply.
Staff Development
The College provides a supportive environment to promote and encourage staff with continuing professional development in skills and knowledge. We are a member of S7, a consortium of colleges committed to pursuing excellence through collaboration. As part of S7 we benefit from the wide range of development and training opportunities it offers.
Amongst our goals, we aim to enhance good teaching and learning and assist with career progression.
We achieve this by offering:
- A comprehensive induction plan
- Whole college closure days for INSET activities
- Training days identified by individual application
- Development of team building activities
- Governor/Trustee training