At Wise Owls Childcare, we believe that happy, supported staff create the best environment for children to learn and thrive. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to reward and care for our dedicated team. From competitive pay and professional development opportunities to well-being support and loyalty based holiday allowances, we are committed to making Wise Owls a rewarding place to work. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to ensure they feel valued, motivated, and appreciated every day. Explore our benefits and see how we invest in our team’s success.
- Childcare discount for up to 2 children while physically working – depending on role and age of child and operational costs the discount is from 25-50%. This can be accessed from your first day with Wise Owls. Subject to T&C’s and operational costs.
- Company pension dependent on earnings. Further information will be provided to you from Payroll if you meet the criteria.
- If you are not entitled to receive a free flu vaccination, Wise Owls will cover the cost of this if you request this in advance and ensure your booking is made at a convenient time.
Refer a friend to work for Wise Owls and you could earn up to £1000 (subject to T&Cs and staff longevity) - Company events in Summer and at Christmas
- Free eye test every 2 years if you work on a computer (office staff/management) there is a budget for this and further details can be found in our Employee Handbook.
Access to our wellness programme, Health Assured. The wellbeing of our employees is of paramount importance to Wise Owls and Health Assured offers a compassionate and supportive service to all.
SERVICES AVAILABLE
- Life support: Access to counselling for emotional problems and a pathway to structured therapy sessions at your convenience.
- Legal information: For issues that cause anxiety or distress including debt management, consumer, property, or neighbour disputes.
- Bereavement support: Health Assured offers qualified and experienced counsellors who can help with grief plus legal advisors to help with related legal matters.
- Medical information: Qualified nurses are on hand to offer support on a range of medical or health-related issues offering practical information and advice.
- Online CBT: We recognise the value of self-help tools in dealing with a range of issues, which is why we have a range of CBT self-help modules, informative fact sheets and invaluable advice videos from leading qualified counsellors
With this you have ‘My healthy advantage app’ which we will help put on your phone at the end of probation. The app includes Live chat and support, personalised news feed, weekly mood tracker, four-week plans, mini health checks and breathing techniques. This can trigger and support before you know yourself you need help. It also can help catch you quickly which enables you to be supported quickly before anything gets out of hand.
NUFFIELD HEALTH: Dive into wellness at Nuffield Health. 20% off for employees who aren’t covered by our business healthcare plan. Wise Owls employees will enjoy access to many of the 114 centres nationwide, depending on the primary gym they choose.
10% OFF PURE GYM: With a seven-day free trial on offer too, they can try all these before they buy: State-of-the-art gym floors.Swimming pools and spa facilities. 100s of group exercise classes including LES MILLS. Beauty suites at some venues.
HUSSLE: Feel good with a Hussle Monthly+ pass. 33% off for employees who aren’t covered by our business healthcare plan. Hussle helps your employees find a way to feel good that works for them and their lifestyle, without being tied down to one gym or routine.
Access to Edenred Shopping discounts – hundreds of discounts across well-known retail brands across supermarkets, electricals & tech, shopping, travel and leisure, entertainment, food and drink, home and garden, health and fitness, motor. This great benefit saves you ££ on all of your daily essentials!
We will top up your SSP to cover sick pay of up to 5 days annually subject to Terms & Conditions
PRIVATE MEDICAL COVER: Private medical cover for Managers, Deputies & Room Managers. Private medical cover will provide treatment and support to look after you as quickly as possible.
SABBATICAL: You can request a sabbatical after you have been employed for 2 years
PRIVATE MEDICAL COVER: Private medical cover for all roles within the company. Private medical cover will provide treatment and support to look after you as quickly as possible.
TRIP TO TALK ABOUT: Launched in 2023, if you remain with the company for 5 years from now and work in a full time childcare role, you will have up to two weeks additional paid leave to experience a fun ‘bucket list’ experience that gives you learning opportunities to share with our little people about your experience. We will give you up to £1000 towards this adventure so that you can really do something amazing! So, if you started employment with Wise Owls Childcare in a full time role prior to 2023 this reward will come into effect from 2028, if you were employed in 2023 this reward will come into effect in 2029 and so on.
Enjoy a complimentary meal out with the Directors of the company