Our Benefits and Reward Package

All employees have access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured. This free, confidential service offers a variety of support networks including counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, financial advice, tax information, advice on civil disputes, health and wellbeing guidance and much more! This can also be used by employees’ immediate family members.

Occupational Health Support

We are proud to work with local Occupational Health provider Phoenix who deliver an exceptional service to support all employees as part of our overall Health and Wellbeing strategy. Phoenix Occupational Health have a dedicated and established team of highly qualified Nurses, advisers and physicians, providing excellent support, advice and guidance.

Enhanced Leave Policies

At Stoke on Trent College, we recognise the importance in work-life balance. In support of this, all our team members have access to enhanced annual leave entitlements details of which will be detailed in the vacancy adverts and terms and conditions (featured in the job description/ person specification document).

Access to Sports Academy Gym

Stay in shape in our friendly, supportive, on-campus Sports Academy. At our Cauldon Campus, we have a modern, spacious gym which can be accessed by all of our employees. Employees pay an initial £5 joining fee and then have unlimited access to the gym. Employees also the option to access heavily discounted Personal Trainer sessions held in our Sports Academy Gym.

College Accolades Event

Our College is full of inspirational people – those who go the extra mile to deliver an excellent service, make a real difference to the lives of learners or colleagues and who work with others to create greater impact and outcomes. Each year, we celebrate our fantastic team with our College Accolades event, where teams and individuals are recognised for their exceptional work for the previous year.

Free, on-site parking

At both our Cauldon and Burslem campuses, we offer free, on-site parking for all staff and visitors.

Free Breakfasts

Between 8am and 8:45am, all employees at Stoke-on-Trent College are able to access a delicious free breakfast every morning. This include hot breakfasts and continental options, along with a hot or cold drink.

Range of ongoing CPD Opportunities

Every year, Stoke-on-Trent College schedules dedicated CPD days, to enable College employees to focus solely on their professional development. CPD days can focus on professional development, whether this be led by our Quality team for our academic staff, departmental development for our support teams or College-wide training for health and wellbeing.

Career Progression and Development

At Stoke-on-Trent College, we take pride in developing our current staff. Management will always look to outstanding employees who wish to progress and facilitate and support this progression wherever possible through the engagement in further training and CPD in order for individuals to reach their personal goals and contribute to the College’s continuing successes.

Access to a Range of Distance Learning Courses

The College provides its staff the opportunity to complete Distance Learning Courses for free as part on their ongoing personal and professional development. A variety of courses are available to complete, where you will be assigned a tutor to support you through your course. Further details can be found here.

Health and Wellbeing Initiatives

Our comprehensive and detailed Health and Wellbeing strategy aims to promote and support our team’s wellness. 2023 and 2024 saw health and wellbeing focuses such as the menopause, men’s mental health and work-life balance. Dedicated development times for all our team were scheduled with Dr. Anna James from March Training to support, inform and educate our staff team.

Wellbeing Day/ Time

In recognition of our fantastic team’s hard work and dedication and in line with our comprehensive Health and Wellbeing Strategy, in 2024/25 academic year, all staff were awarded two non-contractual Wellbeing Days to take in addition to their annual leave entitlement. This time is for employees to take to dedicate to unwinding and prioritising their health and wellbeing.

Attractive pension schemes (Teachers’ Pension, LGPS and Scottish Widows)

Stoke-on-Trent College offers a number of generous and attractive pension schemes, including Teacher’s Pension, LGPS or Scottish Widows.

Recognised Trade Unions

We work closely with UCU and Unison as our recognised Trade Unions to ensure all our staff are supported and heard.

Free Eye Tests

The College offers a voucher scheme for free eye tests which are redeemable at Specsavers.

Health Shield

HealthShield is a scheme which you can opt-in to be a part of as a salary sacrifice every month from as little as £1.25 per week. This can include dental, optical, prescription and health screening costs.

Modern Campus Facilities

Our College has fantastic, state-of-the-art facilities at both our campuses, including our Sports Academy Gym, fully functioning Hammersley restaurant, hospitality and catering facilities (including a recently opened Pastry Kitchen), our Construction Skills Hub and Advanced Construction Centre. We also have major plans to transform the landscape of both our Cauldon and Burslem campuses. Find out more.

Long Service Awards

At Stoke-on-Trent College, we value the ongoing loyalty and commitment our team members have to changing the lives of our learners. We recognise the dedication and commitment of our long-serving team members at the College’s annual Staff Accolades event.

Cycle to Work Scheme

The college offers a Cycle to Work scheme should any eligible employees wish to engage in this.