Current and former employees report that The Open University provides the following benefits. It may not be complete.
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Great holiday allowance, sick pay and free tuition
You were allowed to study OU courses for free
Some benefits are good yes.
Great annual leave, lovely Milton Keynes campus facilities - eg. squash/tennis courts, football/chricket pitches, cafes. Salaries are ok but don't expect any bonuses.
Holiday allowance is the best benefit. Pension fund used to be excellent but is being eroded by recent changes. Salary is typically low compared to private sector.
You get 36 days annual leave!
Generous holiday package, maternity leave, pension
Great annual leave and pensions benefits
Great holiday allowance and can obtain a free degree.
Good benefits. Generous leave 30-33 days depending on which grade. There are a variety of activities that staff are encouraged to undertake during their lunch times which creates a fantastic work life balance! Highly recommended. Good pension!