Benefits

Benefits

Epilepsy Society bank registration (casual work)

Epilepsy Society's 'Bank' is a list of casual workers who register in order to work shifts, as available, across the centre. They are a valuable resource used to cover staff shortages such as vacancies, holidays and sickness.

Registering on the Epilepsy Society bank is very popular with students who might need to work weekends or holidays to get them through college or university.  It’s also popular with people who want to work flexibly, such as those with school age children or those who are just looking to work a few hours a week.

If you register on Bank, you’ll be able to work flexibly, supporting our professional staff and helping our residents to achieve their full potential. Previous experience isn’t required as we’ll give you full training, but you must be at least 18 years old. 

There are other benefits of working on the Bank:

• It can provide a working opportunity for people who have been out of the work environment for a while.
• It enables people to get a taste of working in the learning disability field.
• It can provide useful work experience for people at the beginning of their working life.
• It’s a rewarding and friendly place to work.
• Bank workers also have the opportunity to apply for permanent positions within the Epilepsy Society.

The nature of Bank work means there is no mutual obligation on either side to offer or accept shifts in any given period.  It is a flexible arrangement for both you and us.

As a Bank worker you'll be provided with a comprehensive induction training package to enable you to carry out tasks with confidence. You can also access various training courses run by Epilepsy Society, and you will always be well supported by permanent staff.

If you need any more information about registering on the Epilepsy Society Bank please don’t hesitate to call the personnel department on 01494 601 447. 

Terms and conditions guide for permanent staff

Salary

The Epilepsy Society endeavours to remain competitive in terms of market rates for staff salaries.

Patterns of work

Almost all roles in the Registered Homes operate on a rotational shift pattern.  Administrative roles tend to operate within normal working office hours.  However, we are prepared to consider requests for flexible working.

Annual leave entitlement

The annual leave year runs from 1 April to 31 March.  Staff up to and including grade 5 are entitled to 26 days rising to 27 days after 5 years completed service (plus Bank Holidays)   All other grades are entitled to 27 days plus Bank Holidays.

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction training for all new employees.
• Excellent opportunities for career advancement (particularly within the Service Directorate).
• Excellent training opportunities and facilities provided on site (high standard in-service training and NVQ programmes).  Training is undertaken during working time.
• Opportunity to apply for financial assistance towards academic qualifications e.g. Diplomas, Degrees, Masters programmes, etc.
• Slough bus service (subsidised and timetabled around Epilepsy Society shift times)
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Subsidised laundry service
• Subsidised local gym membership
• Childcare vouchers
• Health care and dental care available at corporate rates
• Free parking
• Subsidised local accommodation – where available.

Pension scheme

A Stakeholder Pension Scheme is available to all staff from the start of their service with the Epilepsy Society.  Details can be obtained from the Pensions Department.  The Epilepsy Society matches employee contributions up to a maximum of 4%.