Office Location
This role is based in our purpose-built and modern offices, a short distance from the M5 in Taunton, Somerset. We have an onsite nursery, gym, electric car parking facilities and free car parking.
Inclusive Culture
At UKHO, we have a clear vision for our future and a strong sense of purpose which is underpinned by our values, set out in ‘The UKHO way’, for more information, please see the (about us) page. Being an inclusive organisation is important to us, with our Diversity and Inclusion Forum and Affinity groups playing a key role in ensuring everyone has a voice.
Wellbeing
At UKHO we are able to offer a wide variety of benefits to support your wellbeing including Chaplaincy (for any faith or none), Charitable Giving, Civil Service Organisations membership, Cycle Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Peer support group, Eye tests, Use of our Headspace app to name a few.
Flexible Working
Flexible working patterns and access to Flexible working schemes allowing you to vary your hours as long as you work your total hours.
Career and Personal Development
We want to empower you to meet your career goals, and the civil service offers a wide range of learning opportunities to suit you and your needs.
Civil Service Employee Benefits | Civil Service Careers
Family Related Leave
Generous paid maternity and paternity leave which is notably more than the statutory minimum offered by many other employers.
Annual Leave and Bank Holiday Allowance
We offer 25 days annual leave, rising one day per year up to 30 days upon completion of five years’ service. This is in addition to your 8 public holidays.
Special Leave
We offer special leave for military or emergency service volunteering reserve commitments.