Benefits and Opportunities
York St John University has a long established and excellent reputation based on the quality of its academic teaching and pastoral and professional support. Serving over 6,000 students and employing over 600 staff, the University is located in one of England's most attractive and vibrant cities - York. The eight acre site on Lord Mayor's Walk is in a beautiful setting facing the Minster across the City Walls. The campus is just a five-minute walk from city centre shops, restaurants, pubs, galleries and numerous historical and tourist attractions. Working for the University brings rewarding opportunities in a friendly, dynamic and diverse environment. We offer a significant range of benefits including: - Excellent final salary pension schemes with contribution from York St John as well as individual employee
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Childcare Vouchers (giving significant tax and NI savings)
- Cycle Purchase Scheme (giving significant tax and NI savings)
- Access to a contributory Healthcare policy on starting employment. After completion of one year's service, access to a Healthplan paid for by the University allowing staff to claim back expenses on certain medical treatments
- A committed Staff Development unit offering a range of training opportunities for staff, including the possibility of accessing our undergraduate degree and other courses run by the University at no cost
- Flexi-time arrangements for certain staff
- Conditions of service for sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption leave above statutory limits
- Staff discounts and preferential rates available from a range of services in and around York, including gym and leisure clubs, legal services and car
- Free eye tests to VDU users combined with an allowance towards the cost of glasses
- Sport and Recreation facilities including discounted access to our sports and gym facilities and a variety of fitness classes
- Various coffee bars and dining areas across campus
- Recognised Trade unions - UCU and UNISON
With its beautiful campus and excellent location, York St John University really is a fantastic place to work.
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