Benefits

  • Generous Pension Contributions 

    We offer access to two pension schemes depending on your role and the Council provides generous employer contributions, and you can boost your pension with tax-efficient contributions. Life assurance cover is also included.


    Local Government Pension Scheme


    OR


    Teachers’ Pension Scheme


    All employees with contracts over three months are automatically enrolled into the LGPS, and if you’re a teacher, you’re enrolled from day one into the Teachers' Pension Scheme.


    Your final pension is secure – it’s based on your pay and years in the scheme, not the financial markets. You’ll also get annual statements so you can see your pension growing over time.


    As a Local Government Pension Scheme member, you can take it up a notch with our Shared Cost AVC Scheme through our partners at My Money Matters. You’ll save on both Income Tax and National Insurance – making it a savvy way to grow your retirement savings even faster. 

  • Life Assurance cover


    The pension schemes identified above include life assurance cover.  Your spouse or civil partner, or other nominated person may be entitled to receive death in service benefits of a lump sum payment and a pension, the calculation of which will be made by the relevant pension scheme administrators. 

  • Discounted MOT Testing


    Access discounted annual Cardiff Bus and rail tickets, plus reduced MOT testing for private vehicles at our facilities.

  • Employee Discount Scheme - Reward Gateway / MyLifestyle


    Our employee benefits platform, MyLifestyle, offers savings on essentials like groceries, holidays, cinema tickets, and more. You'll also have access to our Cycle to Work Scheme, Dental Insurance Plans, Discounted Travel and our Employee Assistance Programme.

  • Discounted Leisure Facilities 

    Employees enjoy discounts on memberships at Cardiff Better Leisure Centres and Channel View Leisure Centre.

  • Annual Leave Entitlement

    We offer a generous annual leave package, starting at 28 days and rising to 33 days after 5 years, plus the option to purchase up to 10additional days each year.

  • Sickness Absence

    We provide generous sick pay and conditions, ensuring you're supported during health challenges.

  • Sabbatical Leave


    Take up to 2 years of unpaid leave to pursue personal goals, with the security of returning to your job on the same terms.

  • Travel Allowance Scheme


    If your role requires travel, we offer a Car Allowance Scheme with reimbursement at HMRC rates.

  • Additional Benefits 

    Enjoy access to our on-site cafeteria, free library membership for digital and eBooks, and financial services through Cardiff Credit Union.

    At Cardiff Council, we prioritise your well-being and career development with comprehensive benefits that help you thrive!