Working conditions
We value our staff and offer excellent working conditions, which include a competitive rate of pay, pension scheme, and good on-site facilities.
Salary
Administrative staff
- Pay span A1 - GBP £13,195
- Pay span A2 - GBP £13,233
- Pay span A3 - GBP £15,343
Patent Examining staff
Pay span B2 - GBP £21,926
Working hours
Full time staff work 37 hours a week, excluding lunch. The bandwidth is 07:00 to 19:00 and core hours are 10:00 to 11:30 and 14:00 to 15:00.
Leave
Full time staff will have 26 days annual leave, which rises to 30 days after 5 years. You will also get 10.5 days public and privilege leave.
Pensions
We provide pensions under the Civil Service Pension Scheme.
Equal opportunities
We promote equality and employ staff based on ability and suitability for the job.
Career break
Staff can apply for unpaid career breaks.
Childcare
We have a limited facility on site. We also offer a pre-school voucher scheme, and run play schemes during holidays, for children aged 5 to 12.
Working patterns
We have flexible working patterns; this includes flexi time, part-time working and job sharing.
Personal development
We have Investors in People (IIP) accreditation and offer a wide range of development opportunities.
Social activities
We have a range of clubs and societies, which include a snooker society, bridge club and golfing society.
Newport site facilities
We have a canteen, shop, gym, shower facilities and a hairdresser.
Wellbeing
We have a staff counselling service and a nurse is at the Newport site 3 mornings a week.
