Benefits
We’ve got some great benefits too.
Holiday Entitlement: On top of your generous 25 days holiday we give you up to three extra days off between Christmas and New Year. And that’s not all, holiday goes up to 28 days after 2 years’ service and 32 days after 5 years’ service.
Looking after your health and well-being
Simply Health scheme: Optical, dental and many more appointments covered, as well as great gym and family days out discounts.
Sickness absence: Once you’re three months in, we have generous sickness pay, above the statutory.
Wellbeing walks: Scheduled once a month at Gilwell Park, this a great chance to take an hour out of work to walk in the beautiful countryside with colleagues, taking in the fresh air.
Looking after your future
Generous Pension Scheme:We look after your future. We will double your contribution up to a maximum of 10%.
Looking after your family: Your loved ones will receive four times the basic salary if you pass away while employed by us.
Getting to and from work
Car parking: Yes, our parking is free at all sites.
Minibus Service: When working at Gilwell Park, a minibus can collect you at various times from Chingford Station and drop you back at various times.
We are proud to be a family friendly employer
Personal Days: Up to four personal days paid leave a year.
Maternity/Paternity Leave: We pay maternity leave above the statutory minimum requirement.
Start and finish time: Employees can apply for some flexibility on their start and finish times of work.
Making your money go that little bit further
Scout Store purchases: You can buy Scout Store merchandise with a discount of 25% on certain items.
Online benefits portal: Our online benefits portal allows you to tailor make your own benefits package.
Developing yourself and others
Study and volunteer leave: Special leave includes paid leave for volunteering and study leave.
