Benefits

On joining, you'll get a basic salary of £10,782*, along with an attractive benefits package. This will include everything from a contributory pension scheme and generous annual leave to a whole host of voluntary benefits and family friendly policies.

As a trainee, you'll also get a weekly accommodation payment of £60*. And you'll be eligible for a further £1,000* when you've completed your college-based training to cover travel and other expenses.

After the college training phase, you'll receive a salary of between £15,450* and £18,540* depending on where you're posted.

Once you've completed your training, your salary will rise to £29,443* - £32,814*, again depending on the unit.

When you become an ATCO, on your third joining anniversary, subject to validation, your salary will rise to £42,061* - £46,878* plus shift pay of £5,543*. After qualifying, you could potentially earn over £91,000* (inclusive of shift pay) at Swanwick and Heathrow.

Your holiday allowance, as a Trainee or a qualified ATCO, will be 28 days per year plus public holidays and these are programmed into the training course. More detailed information on benefits will be provided when you join us.

*At 2009/10 rates.