Benefits
Elsewhere on this site, you can find out all about the interesting work and long term career benefits of being part of GCHQ. You'll be just as interested in the more immediate rewards:
- Pay. Salaries are reviewed annually in October, and progression and pay reflect your performance and ability.
- Holiday. The allowance starts at 22 days, rising to 25 after one year's service, and to 30 days after 10 years. It is possible to carry days over, or borrow from next years' allowance.
- Pensions schemes. GCHQ staff are members of the Civil service pension scheme.
- Paid and unpaid special leave. Available for special occasions, and certain voluntary and/or sporting activities.
- Maternity and paternity leave. Generous and flexible enough to cope with the demands of a new child.
- Holiday Play Scheme. Available during school holidays for children aged 4 to 14.
- Flexible working patterns. Various patterns are available, including flexi-time which allows up to 4 days leave in a 4 week period. You may also be able to request part-time or reduced and annualised hours, job-share or term-time working.
- Employee Assistance Service. Providing support to staff when needed.
- Consultation & partnership working. Regular consulting with staff helps maintain a positive partnership between management and trade unions.
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