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12 May 2022: The following guidance is in addition to the general guidance on Staff Review and Development (SRD).

1 Jul 2014: Dear Colleague, Web Recruitment System – Phase 2 delivery Today as planned, Phase 2 of the Web Recruitment System has been released to departments and institutions. The new functionality includes: • The generation of correspondence to

23 Mar 2023: There is still time to make a nomination for the Apprenticeship Awards 2023 before the deadline on Friday 31st March 2023.

10 Feb 2020: The following new resources are now available on the HR Division website: 1. Recruitment Recruitment Policy: This policy provides the framework for effective staff recruitment and is available in a new online format

18 May 2020: Mental Health Awareness Week (May 18th - 22nd) is an annual campaign aimed at raising awareness of mental health and inspiring action to promote the message of good mental health for all. In response to the ongoing worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, the

15 Apr 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Holiday FAQs. Q. How do I claim holiday? Holiday should be claimed via your timesheet. Please refer to the ‘Worker user guide – full version’ for full instructions on claiming holiday pay. Timesheets and getting

1 Oct 2014: Guidance on Religion and Belief for Staff The University of Cambridge is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to a pro-active and inclusive approach to equality, which supports and encourages all

13 May 2014: Description of 'Burst' reports issued to Institutions throughout the month: Appraisal Report (2nd of each month) All current employees in an Institution where an Appraisal date has been set. CCWS: Monthly Pay Transactions (26th of each month) All

24 Feb 2016: The University of Cambridge is exempt from regulation by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC). ... The University is bound by the OISC Code of Standards when providing immigration advice or services.

14 Jul 2022: Background Like all other organisations during the COVID-19 pandemic, the University was required to transform the normal working routines of staff at unprecedented speed and in unprecedented ways. The various ways we needed to work during the

25 Aug 2022: The HR Schools/NSIs teams have been renamed the "HR Business Partnering teams" and position titles have been updated to more accurately reflect the work and approach of these teams. The new titles also better align to other similar organisations

25 Nov 2020: Implement a new Workforce Policy and procedural guidelines which set out the University’s position on engaging its workforce and describes the contractual arrangements available for use by institutions. Implement a new casual workforce management

14 Mar 2017: Eligibility Heads of academic institutions after taking on this duty for a continuous period of two years or more (Heads of academic institutions are defined as holders of offices in Schedule J or equivalent. This also applies to Chairs or

30 Sep 2019: Views are sought on proposals for the six initiatives listed below. These have been considered by the HR Committee and seek to address key priorities set out by the Vice-Chancellor and the People Strategy. Academic Titles - proposed structure for

10 Aug 2015: Please use the left hand menu to access the Organisational Change Guidance. Printable Version A printable version of the Organisational Change Guidance is provided below: Organisational Change Guidance (Printable version) Organisational Change

14 Nov 2017: This Handbook helps to explain your terms and conditions of employment. It relates specifically to staff with the status of 'University Assistant'. Other categories of staff may have different terms and conditions in some respects. Please navigate

10 Sep 2014: check, a basic disclosure (criminal records) check, security checks, any application for immigration purposes including where a Certificate of Sponsorship through UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) is required, and similar processes

28 Feb 2024: The Postdoc Academy team are asking University staff to come forward and become a Postdoc mentor.

5 Nov 2020: As announced by the Vice-Chancellor yesterday, the University has enhanced the arrangements for the December 2020 closure period in recognition of the significant pressures that staff have been under due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The arrangements

1 Jul 2014: Online Payslips The University's Employee Self-Service (ESS) system enables employees to view and download payslips online. Further details of ESS and the log-in page can be found on the HR Systems web pages. Online payslips have been adopted by

22 Sep 2015: Dear Colleagues The Senior Academic Promotions 1 October 2016 exercise has been launched. Please see the attached letter to the Chairs and Secretaries of Faculty Promotions Committees and Sub-Committees. Hard copies of the SAP booklets will be sent

2 Feb 2016: Dear Colleague Unestablished research staff: termly exercise for the awarding of contribution increments after appointment Applications are invited for the next termly round of contribution increments for research and comparable staff. Requests

20 Jul 2018: The University is required to publish facility time information on an annual basis. Please find the reports below: Facility time report 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 Facility time report 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023 Facility time report 1 April

26 Oct 2016: Dear Colleague Unestablished research staff: termly exercise for the awarding of contribution increments after appointment Applications are invited for the next termly round of contribution increments for research and comparable staff. Requests

18 Aug 2020: Using the form/files/chris_hr57_05_09_22.pdf Please refer to the Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay Policy and Procedure. Filling out the form This form should be completed by the employee, or on the employee's behalf with their consent, as

14 Mar 2017: 1. Introduction/Context 1.1 The University recognises that staff may face difficulties attending their place of work and returning home during periods of adverse weather conditions such as heavy snow falls, flooding, or other adverse weather

28 Mar 2017: Type of Leave Stipend Normally Payable Conditions Sick leave (Special Ordinance C (i) 2 (a) Sick leave with full pay followed by a period at half pay, according to period of service. (This includes element of Statutory Sick Pay, SSP).

21 Mar 2017: Any policy recommending action in case of theft or other misappropriation involves a number of agencies and offices: The Director of Finance, who is accountable for the University's financial resources and the Insurance Officer, who is responsible

27 Mar 2024: To enable you to apply for a new Skilled Worker Visa, the University has assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to you. You must: already hold a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker Visa; and either be currently working for a different employer; or be

31 May 2016: Dear Colleague Unestablished research staff: termly exercise for the awarding of contribution increments after appointment Applications are invited for the next termly round of contribution increments for research and comparable staff. Requests

1 Jul 2014: Leaver administration There are a number of situations and processes which result in an individual becoming a leaver. The most common are detailed in the table found at this link

30 Jun 2014: Statement of Policy The University has a duty, both in law and as a responsible organisation, to take reasonable care of children and adults at risk coming onto its premises. The University aims to adopt the highest possible standards and take all

2 Oct 2014: ​Accessing timesheets All temporary workers are required to complete a weekly timesheet, stating the start and finish times and breaks for each day’s work.

10 Dec 2014: For general advice and queries about the Research Passport application process and signing off section 5 of application form: For School of Clinical Medicine staff or visitors: Email: cshrstaffhub@admin.cam.ac.uk For all other School's staff or

24 Nov 2023: As part of the Technician Commitment work across the University, a series of videos have been put together to showcase some of the technical staff colleagues and their diverse roles across many sectors within the University.

18 Sep 2020: What if I have any questions or want to get involved? We value all feedback on our Casual Workforce Project. To provide us with feedback or if you have any questions about our Casual Workforce Project you can email us on

15 Mar 2017: Capability process Informal Capability Process Formal Capability Process Stage 1 Formal Capability Process Stage 2 Formal Capability Process Stage 3

22 Mar 2023: 9. Glossary Annual hours: Total working hours are calculated over a year rather than a week. This means people can work according to the peaks and troughs of activity over the year. Compressed working hours: Allows people to work their total number

29 Sep 2014: About the form The OHF29 Job Hazard Evaluation Form must be completed and a copy forwarded to Occupational Health where a position being recruited to involves exposure to job hazards that require the individual to be registered on a health

29 Sep 2014: About the form This form should be completed by internships (all administered by the Temporary Employment Service (TES)). Interns should insert all start and finish times for each day's work onto the timesheet plus all daily and weekly totals to the

8 Dec 2021: About the form The Professorial Appointment Support Fund aims to provide financial support for professorial start-up packages to secure key senior appointments. All Schools are eligible to apply. Applications will be reviewed by the Professorial

20 Oct 2015: Dear Colleague Unestablished research staff: termly exercise for the awarding of contribution increments after appointment Applications are invited for the next termly round of contribution increments for research and comparable staff. Requests

12 Jun 2017: If you wish to confirm that this email is genuine, please refer to the HR Division web page, which has a “Latest news” item on the need to update your details.

8 Sep 2021: 1. Introduction The Redeployment Framework aims to enable the University to retain valuable talent and expertise, reduce the time and cost involved in recruiting and on-boarding new staff, help mitigate against redundancies and associated payments,

24 Mar 2023: 2. Definitions 2.1. Hybrid working. A type of flexible working that focusses on the location in which work is undertaken, with some work being undertaken in the workplace and some work being undertaken in an agreed remote working environment. 2.2.

1 Jul 2014: New HR Business Manager for the Clinical School I am delighted to let you know that Gail Christey will join the University's HR Division on 9 June as the HR Business Manager for the School of Clinical Medicine. Gail is an experienced HR manager

16 Jun 2023: 5. Procedure 5.1 Informal resolution 5.1.1 Many issues can be resolved quickly and informally through a discussion between the Employee and their line manager, or any other individual concerned, in the course of everyday working relationships. Where

21 Mar 2023: 2. Eligibility 2.1 This Policy applies to all University employees. 2.2 All University employees have the statutory right to make a flexible working request from the first day of employment.

16 Mar 2021: vc_nr_credit.jpg You can now watch the International Women's Day Lecture 2021, where Dr Nicola Rollock and Professor Stephen J Toope discuss race, racism, gender and identity at the University of Cambridge. The event was chaired by Dr Mónica

27 Mar 2017: Eligibility Heads of academic institutions after taking on this duty for a continuous period of two years or more (Heads of academic institutions are defined as the holders of the offices in the Schedule to Special Ordinance C (i) 1 or equivalent,