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9 Jan 2020: The University is committed to nurturing a culture of mutual respect for all members of our collegiate community. We are aware from the responses to the staff surveys, that a number of staff have reported experiences of inappropriate behaviour. In

4 Apr 2017: Context The following information about policies and procedures relating to disciplinary action, grievances and appeals is available online. Please note that appeals arising from capability and sickness absence decisions should be heard in

21 Aug 2020: The Temporary Employment Service (TES) is open for your temporary worker needs. We have a pool of temporary workers, specialising in administrative and clerical work, many with prior University experience. We provide a flexible, approachable and

20 Jun 2023: On Friday 9 June, the Regent House approved a new Dignity at Work Policy and a combined Grievance Policy, both of which come into effect today (Tuesday 20 June). These policies, which were developed following consultation with University staff and

7 Feb 2017: Today, UIS and the HR Division have launched a new version of Employee Self Service (ESS). ESS lets you update some of your personal details and check your payslips and P60s. The new version offers a modern look and feel and has a number of

19 Dec 2016: The University of Cambridge is committed to improving the working conditions and career development for research staff, which in turn improves the quantity, quality and impact of research for the benefit of UK society and the economy. The University

11 Jun 2020: The Festival of Wellbeing (22-26 June) is the University's annual programme of talks and activities with the aim of promoting good mental and physical health for all. Please see the website for full details of this year’s programme. Talks and

23 Dec 2020: Thank you to those institutions, groups and individuals who participated in the HR Policy Consultation exercise during Michaelmas Term 2020. The Report below summarises the responses received and the next steps to be taken in Lent term to further

25 Jun 2014: Welcome to the University of Cambridge. Here you can find all of the information you need about working for one of the world's oldest and most successful universities. The University of Cambridge is one of the world's great universities. The

27 May 2014: Trade Union and University joint meetings Pleas click on the links below to access minutes of the following meetings: University and Staff Joint Board Partnership Working Group

3 Sep 2018: The details of the 2018 pay award have been published in Reporter. The award allows for a 2% pay increase with higher increases on the lower points of the scale (11 to 27). The increases will be paid to staff in the September 2018 payroll.

1 Jul 2014: Dignity at work Dignity at Work Contacts are staff volunteers who act as a first point of contact for staff experiencing inappropriate behaviour, or have been accused of inappropriate behaviour. For further details please contact: Tel: (7)65031 Email

25 Jun 2014: For academic, academic-related and research staff The Staff Guide provides a wide-range of valuable information for academic, academic-related and research staff on employment matters. It is an essential guide to key policies, practices, terms of

20 Dec 2022: The latest round of the University’s Career Support Fund is open for applications until 31 January 2023. The fund provides grants of up to £10,000 to support employees of all staff groups whose careers have been adversely affected by the COVID-19

10 Oct 2022: The Council and the General Board have approved a new Workforce Policy which is being launched with effect from 1 October 2022. It provides guidance to institutions in making workforce planning and engagement decisions and has been developed in

3 Jun 2015: They will give equal value to the views of each party and remain impartial at all times They will not impose solutions; their role will be limited to supporting the parties in reaching agreement They will not disclose to the other party anything

19 Sep 2014: About the form This form is to be used for employees wishing to return from maternity leave on a graduated basis and must be completed in addition to the CHRIS/61. Queries can be raised by calling the CHRIS Help Desk on (7)60999. Obtaining a copy of

22 Aug 2014: Getting in touch Temporary worker pool candidates and requests for TES to find a worker for you If you are: a Departmental contact who wishes to discuss a temporary worker request you wish to make or have already submitted; or a candidate in the TES

2 Dec 2014: First published in The Cambridge University Reporter, 16 July 1997.

10 Apr 2017: These probationary arrangements expired on 30 September 2021. For the University’s revised probationary arrangements which apply from 1 October 2021, please follow this link. Extensions to probation: COVID-19 Voluntary Impact Assessment The

7 Apr 2020: The following additional HR coronavirus related resources are now available to assist staff and institutions on the HR Coronavirus Guidance and Resources page: Coronavirus Annual Leave Protocol Guidance for Managers: Managing Your Team Remotely

19 Sep 2014: About the form All employees should use this form to report all sickness absences to their departmental administrator or head of institution. Queries can be raised by calling the CHRIS Help Desk on (7)60999. Filling out the form Guidance Notes for

27 Mar 2024: To enable you to extend your current Tier 2 or Skilled Worker Visa, the University has assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to you, and you can now apply for your visa. You must: hold a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker Visa; and currently work for

4 Mar 2021: Flexible working case studies: Administration Team Leader, Personal and Professional Development Elisa Laurenti, Principal Investigator, Department of Haematology Liz Simmonds, Assistant Head (Strategy), Postdoc Academy Natalie Robson, Portfolio

29 Sep 2014: It is my intention to write again should there be further important news on these proposed changes, and to publish any other relevant information to the webpages above.

20 Feb 2015: If you are about to take up an assignment with TES, please read through the Temporary Workers Handbook, as it contains important information relating to your assignment. It will also be a valuable reference document throughout your assignment. If

6 Dec 2016: Timesheet arrangements – information for authorisers All temporary workers are required to complete a weekly timesheet, stating the start and finish times and breaks for each day’s work. Once a worker has submitted a timesheet it will require

29 Feb 2024: Professor Sumi Madhok, a Professor of Political Theory and Gender Studies at the London School of Economics will be giving a talk on International Women’s Day.

23 Feb 2022: Views are sought on the development of a Mutual Respect Policy (to replace the current Dignity at Work Policy) and a revised Grievance Policy. These proposed Policies have been prioritised in response to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and form

18 Mar 2020: Applying to TES Candidates looking to register with TES FAQS Current TES workers General FAQs for current TES workers Timesheet FAQs Holiday FAQs Pay FAQs After you have left TES After you have left TES FAQs

24 Jan 2019: Opportunities are currently available for enthusiastic, energetic and responsible 17+ year olds to work at the University's playschemes for children aged 4 to 15. The playschemes operate in February, May and October half terms and Easter and Summer

22 Sep 2015: Dear Colleague Introduction of the University’s Shared Parental Leave Policy I write to advise you of the introduction of the University’s Shared Parental Leave Policy. The Policy provides clear guidance for employees who become parents and wish

20 Jun 2019: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) can often take several months to process visa renewal applications. ... When making a visa or immigration application, it is possible to apply through ‘valued added services’ which will shorten the decision length of

25 Feb 2015: The Appointment Administration sections of the Recruitment Guidance. Sections of the Immigration web pages and the Tier 2 CoS Application Form.

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Beverly AndersonReturning Carers Scheme Round 14. . Read more at: Research Contribution Increments.. Research Contribution Increments. The October 2019 Contribution Increment Scheme for Researchers is now open. 2024

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Emma StoneLaunch of Social Media (Linked In) Recruitment Tools for Departments/Institutions. Following HR Committee approval, the HR Division has begun trialling the use of social media in the recruitment process. The

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Danielle AttridgeHR Bulletin - Michaelmas 2016. Please click here to view the HR Bulletin for Michaelmas 2016. If you wish to be added to the distribution list then please email danielle.attridge@admin.cam.ac.uk. The

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Human ResourcesExceptional Covid Payment: Q&As. Staff and managers can find questions and answers about the Exceptional Covid Payment on theProfessional Services Recognition Scheme 2020. The Professional Services

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Childcare OfficeWest Cambridge Nursery rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. The University is pleased to report that the University Nursery at West Cambridge, run by Childbase Partnership, has been rated

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Alexandra CollettNew survey launched to gather views on the researcher reward and progression proposals. A new survey- open to all employees, schools and institutions- has been launched to find out what staff think of

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Recruitment ServicesRecruitment and Immigration Update. This bulletin and its links provide important information on various recruitment and immigration matters. ... Summary of the documents provided:. 1) Immigration and

1 Jul 2024: Following the EU Referendum in June 2016, the government is introducing the EU Settlement Scheme which allows resident EU citizens and their family members to obtain the UK immigration status which

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Liz Timperley-PreeceHR web page and form changes. From 26 February 2015, a number of HR forms and web pages will updated to reflect the fact that Release 4 of the Web Recruitment System (available from 26 February

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Human Resources DivisionNew Dignity at Work and Grievance Policies. On Friday 9 June, the Regent House approved a new Dignity at Work Policy and a combined Grievance Policy, both of which come into effect today (Tuesday

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. HR Transformation ProgrammeHR and UIS launch a new HR Transformation Programme. The HR Division, in partnership with the UIS, is pleased to announce the launch of the new HR Transformation Programme website. The site

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Office of Postdoctoral AffairsEC HR Excellence in Research Award. The University of Cambridge is committed to improving the working conditions and career development for research staff, which in turn improves the

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Temporary Employment ServiceTES – Here for your temporary worker needs. The Temporary Employment Service (TES) is open for your temporary worker needs. We have a pool of temporary workers, specialising in

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Equality and DiversityFestival of Wellbeing 2022: Now open for bookings. The University'sFestivalofWellbeing 2022, which will take place fromMonday 27 June to Friday 8 July, is now open for bookings. The programme

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Sheila Gupta - HR DirectorStaff Review & Development (SRD) – Phase 1 Launch. I am pleased to advise you that Phase 1 of the online Staff Review & Development (SRD) System, which introduces effective online

1 Jul 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Dr J W Nicholls - RegistraryUniversities Superannuation Scheme. Dear colleague,. This is an important message about the Universities Superannuation Scheme. If you are an administrator, or have HR responsibilities,