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Living and Working in Leeds |
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Recognised as the regional capital of Yorkshire and the Humber, Leeds is the city for culture, heritage and modern living. Leeds is a large city and home to more than 750,000 people with a further 100,000 coming to work within the city centre each day. Leeds has become a cosmopolitan city attracting thousands of visitors and tourists to its bustling lifestyle. As the major employment centre of the region, the city is rapidly growing and is expected to provide 45% of employment growth within the next 10 years. Not only this, Leeds has received a string of accolades including Britain’s Best City for Business (OMIS Research). With all this achievement and variety, it is no wonder why Leeds is the commercial and cultural capital of the North. |
What to see in Leeds |
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Thackray Medical Museum |
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The award winning Thackray Medical Museum allows people the opportunity to experience the evolution of medicine. See how Britain survived without modern medicine when you travel back in time to 1842 and visit some the most gruesome slums of Victorian Leeds. Join Hannah Dyson as she undergoes a leg amputation – but beware…this is not for the faint hearted. Especially when this procedure takes place in an 1840’s operating theatre! Try on an ‘empathy’ belly and see what it feels like to carry a baby. Discover what it was like to deliver a baby in 1890 and compare it to how babies are delivered today. With so many lectures and events taking place throughout the year and so many things to see and do, there will definitely be something for everybody at the Thackray Medical Museum |
The Henry Moore Institute |
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The Institute, situated in the heart of Leeds city centre, exhibits 3 – 4 temporary exhibitions each year in its 4 gallery spaces, ranging from historical to cutting edge, modern art. The institute exhibits local artists as well as those from abroad and showcases work never seen by the public before. Located on the first floor of the institute is a widespread sculpture reference library, archive, slide and video library. It contains over 14000 items and is open to anybody and everybody. www.henry-moore-fdn.co.uk/ |
The Royal Armouries Museum |
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Housing 3,000 years of history, the Royal Armouries is a must see attraction. With live daily interpretations ranging from the Roman Legionary to the latest news from Iraq and falconry displays at the weekend, there is always something for you to see no matter which day you go. The museum not only houses exhibits of the past but also of the here and now. Take a trip through the ages and see how the world became as it is today with the Royal Armouries. www.royalarmouries.org/ |
Harewood House |
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Designed by John Carr in 1759, Harewood House has been the Lascelles family house ever since. A variety of paintings are displayed including Turner, Italian Renaissance, 18th Century portraits and 20th Century masterpieces. The Earl of Harewood is the son of the late Princess Mary, daughter of King George V and cousin to HM Queen Elizabeth II. The popular Bird Garden is a must see at Harewood House as it has one of the most widespread collections of rare and exotic birds from Africa, Australia and America. |
There are many more attractions for you to see in Leeds:
- The West Yorkshire Playhouse
- Millennium Square
- Tropical World
- Golden Acre Park
- Kirkstall Abbey
- Mercer Art Gallery
- Middleton Railway
- Ripley Castle
- Thwaite Mills Watermill ... And More!
Visit www.leeds.angle.uk.com/attractions/ to see what else Leeds has in store!
Working for The Trust
Current vacancies in the Trust can be found on the vacancies page.
- Living and Working in Leeds
- Equal Opportunities
- Flexible Working
- Staff Benefits
- Childcare Facilities
- On-site Facilities
- Car parking
- Relocation Expenses and Support Policy
- Travel to the City of Leeds
- Code of Behaviour
Equal Opportunities
The Trust values the increasing diversity of its workforce, Employment decisions on recruitment, transfer, reward and selection for training are based solely on the individual's abilities, needs and wants, Every employee has the right to work in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
Information on the 'positive about disabled people' symbol and its relevance within the Trust can be found on the positive about disabled people page.
Flexible Working
The Trust currently has a number of policies and approaches to help staff combine work and home commitments through working in a flexible way, examples of alternatives which are considered include flexi-time, job share, annual hours working and variable working hours.
Staff Benefits
Discount schemes and preferential arrangements for staff exist with a variety of companies. A wide range of leisure activities are also available for staff, including gym facilities at Leeds General Infirmary, St James's and Seacroft sites.
The Occupational health Services offers health checks and advice, immunisation programmes and information on issues relating to health promotion.
Staff have the option to make regular contributions to a Healthcare benefits scheme, The Leeds Hospital Fund, which entitles members to a range of healthcare discounts.
Childcare Facilities
Staff nurseries are based on Leeds General Infirmary, St James's and Seacroft sites, catering for children from six months of age to school age, Places, for which there is often a waiting list, are offered on a full time and part time basis. Playschemes operate during school holiday periods for children aged four to 16 years. Further details on nurseries and playschemes, together with further information across a range of additional childcare services is available by contacting a member of the Trusts's childcare team on (0113) 2063366
On-Site Facilities
Banking facilities are available on the main sites, There are a number of shops located throughout the Trust, Staff dining facilities are available on each site.
Car Parking
Car parking is available, but very limited on some sites, The Trust operates a car park permit system and parking charges apply. A Metro Card Scheme is also in operation which offers staff discounted rates on regular use of local public transport. The Trust promotes further incentive schemes to encourage staff to reduce dependence on the use of private vehicles for example cycle storage facilities are available on most hospital sites.
Relocation Expenses and Support Policy
The Trust operates a relocation expenses support policy, which is applicable under certain circumstances.
Travel to the City of Leeds
Leeds is a major commercial city with excellent road, rail and air links. The M1, A1 and M62 are routed directly into the city centre and commuting by rail from surrounding villages and towns such as Ilkley and Harrogate is feasible, Leeds is within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, the Lake District, Peak District and Northumberland, House prices are reasonable and good public and private schools are available, Leeds also has a great deal to offer culturally, Home of the Royal Armouries Museum, Tetley's Brewery Wharfe, Thackray Medical museum and Temple Newsham House, the city also offers a city museum and art gallery. Opera North is based at the Grand Theatre and the West Yorkshire Playhouse and Leeds Civic Theatre are all located in the city centre, The city also boasts a number of excellent sports centres and facilities.
External Links
- Yorkshire Tourist Board
- Education Leeds
- Estate Agents
- Travel