Inside and outside work, life is different for everyone. And over time, things can change. Whether you’re just starting out or planning your next steps, here’s what we offer to help you feel valued, rewarded and supported at every stage.
Everyone needs quality time away from work. During your first year, you’ll receive 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days after your first full annual leave year. You’ll also have bank holidays off (pro rata for anyone working part time), and you can apply to buy or sell up to five days' leave per year.
Your future is important to us. From the day you join the House of Commons, you'll be eligible for our renowned pension, which is part of the Principal Civil Service Pension Scheme (PCSPS).
There are times when we all need a bit more support. Working for Parliament means you can apply for a loan towards the tenancy deposit for your rental home or your travel into work. The financial support we offer includes:
If you want to get fit and save money, we’ve got it covered. Thanks to this government-supported initiative, you can spread out the cost of buying a new bike, as well as save on Income Tax and National Insurance.
We love finding new ways to keep you in peak condition. We offer a gym on the Parliamentary estate, where you can choose full membership or to pay as you go. This will also give you access to a network of over 100 leisure centres across the UK.
Working here means you’ll enjoy access to our onsite cafes, bars and restaurants. And you’ll find there’s plenty of choice on the estate, catering for all kinds of preferences and budgets, and in a range of traditional and contemporary surroundings.
We’re here to make Parliament happen. And some roles can only be carried out in person, on the Parliamentary estate. But wherever possible, we offer hybrid working. This gives you the option of working remotely and onsite. We also offer compressed hours, so you’ll have plenty of flexibility to find the balance that works for you.
We want to help take your career in any direction. Everyone who works here has access to a fantastic range of learning tools and development opportunities. These include workshops, online resources, career coaching, time off for study, and sponsored qualifications.
Your wellbeing is really important to us. Our in-house Parliamentary Health and Wellbeing Service is here to provide the advice and guidance that supports your health at work. Some of the options available include:
We’re always ready to offer a range of reasonable adjustments, including:
We look after the people who support others. As part of this, we provide the parents and carers in our workforce with a variety of leave options, including:
