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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.

1 Oct 2014: Additional sources of information and guidance Within the University The Directory of the University's Religious Societies, Permanent Premises and Chaplaincies contains information on different faith communities. It also provides information on

30 Jun 2014: Leave Annual leave A summary of annual leave entitlement by staff group can be found here. Sickness Absence Reporting Procedure If you cannot attend work due to ill-health you should notify your manager (or a designated person within your Institution

24 Jun 2014: Cambridge Sport Membership Don’t be a slave to the treadmill and take advantage of our Gym, Strength & Conditioning Room, Badminton Courts, Squash Courts, Fives Courts, Fitness Classes, Personal Programmes, Running Track and much more. With so

15 Sep 2014: This bulletin and its links provide important information on various recruitment and immigration matters.

2 Sep 2014: If you have a question relating to any of the CAMbens employee benefits schemes please contact us on cambens@admin.cam.ac.uk You can also keep up to date on CAMbens promotions by following us on Twitter: Follow CAMbens on Twitter Other useful

11 Aug 2014: Support services at the University The University recognises that individual members of staff may experience difficulties in their personal lives or in their employment circumstances which can affect their ability to carry out their work. If you are

10 Dec 2014: Amendments to your Research Passport Amendments to the Research Passport usually take the form of the following: Additional research projects. Changes to research activity on the original project(s). Personal details (including changes to DBS or OH

1 Jul 2014: Getting paid Salaries are paid to all staff on the 26th of the month, unless this falls on a weekend or bank holiday when the pay day will be brought forward to the Friday. If you have not been asked to provide your bank details prior to appointment,

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

1 Oct 2014: Access all areas Disability and Access Information about all aspects of disability including physical access, Access to Work and the University's Disability and Employment Policy can be found on the website for the Human Resources Division and the

26 Nov 2014: This bulletin and its attachments provide important information on various immigration and recruitment matters. Reminder of the December deadline for appointment and amendment paperwork Please be reminded that, due to an early pay date ahead of

13 May 2014: Burst Recipients can only be authorised by an Institution's CHRIS Key Contact. If there is no institutional Key Contact, then the Key Contact in the School or equivalent can authorise Burst Recipients.

19 Nov 2014: Where a University officer is dissatisfied with the outcome of a request for extended employment or to vary their hours beyond the retirement age, he/she will have a right of appeal. Any appeal should be made in writing to the Director of Human

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.

6 Jun 2014: The University of Cambridge Careers Service and the Career Pathways Project are just a few of the ways that the University provides valuable careers support. University Careers Service The Careers Service provides careers advice and information to

22 Apr 2014: Making an application If you wish to apply to register with TES, please complete our online form below and upload your CV. We have a large pool of temporary workers and so we are not able to register all applicants. Applications are considered based

8 Sep 2014: We recruit individuals with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. We select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and

1 Jul 2014: Performance Management The Staff Review and Development Scheme sets out the framework for appraisal of all staff and performance management, following approval of a Joint Report in May 2004 on proposals for revising arrangements. Full details of

1 Oct 2014: Health, welfare and safety The University employs health, fitness, and welfare specialists. For further details, see the Wellbeing section of Employee Benefits. The University also has its own Safety Office. Within its advisory role, the Office

10 Dec 2014: New Research Passports applications (including renewals after 3 years) Pre-engagement Checks In the first instance please consult the pre-engagement check table to determine whether you require a standard or enhanced DBS check and/or Occupational

25 Jun 2014: The objective of mediation is to provide a supportive structure for two parties in disagreement to get together to try and agree a way forward which will enable them to restore a positive and productive working relationship. In order to reach

1 Oct 2014: Chaplaincy Chaplaincy is the provision of pastoral (spiritual) support for staff. College-based chaplaincy has been the traditional form of faith-based support within the University which, for historical reasons, has been predominantly Anglican.

4 Jun 2014: Mediators will work according to the following code of conduct: 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

22 Apr 2014: Assignment agreements and handbook When you have agreed to undertake a particular temporary role through TES, we will issue you with an an Assignment Agreement consisting of a letter containing the details of the particular assignment and the

25 Sep 2014: HR19 Application form for DBS check About the form This document must be completed and submitted with each DBS check (formerly known as CRB check) application form. It is intended to: Help departments/institutions understand which roles are eligible

10 Sep 2014: This section covers particular questions that may arise about the University recruitment process. You may also find frequently asked questions (FAQs) for the Recruitment Administration System (RAS) and the Web Recruitment System helpful: Web

5 Jun 2014: News and updates The 2023/24 national pay negotiations update The Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA) has proposed a pay settlement for the 2023–24 pay round. The pay settlement is proposed to be implemented in two stages, with

25 Jun 2014: For employees who are new to Cambridge, there are a range of benefits including a relocation policy, Accommodation Service and a Newcomer and Visiting Scholars Society. The University provides financial assistance with relocation costs for moves

8 Dec 2014: Equality Act 2010 Guidance Information for disabled staff Occupational Health Disability Resource Centre

25 Apr 2014: The Global Talent visa route is available for talented and promising academics, researchers and specialists who are working in the fields of science, engineering, medicine, the social sciences or the humanities. Applying for a Global Talent visa is

6 Jun 2014: As part of our environmental strategy for providing greener travel, the University offers a cycle to work scheme and a range of discounts on public transport. Those employees who need to drive to work also have access to a journey sharing scheme.

25 Jun 2014: The Accommodation Service exists to help all members of Cambridge University, from students and academics to staff and visiting scholars, to find suitable accommodation. It can advise on rents, letting arrangements and tenancy agreements, as well as

1 Jul 2014: The encouragement of training and development for all staff is one of the University's core values and we put this into practice through various services and initiatives. These include: A wide-range of training courses delivered by a range of

10 Sep 2014: This page provides information about the use of personal information provided by job applicants to the University of Cambridge. 1. What is ‘personal information’? ‘Personal information’ means any information which relates to or identifies

1 Oct 2014: Training and development During your induction programme and your probation period, you will be able to identify any training and development needs that have to be met to enable you to undertake your role effectively. Some of these needs may be met

17 Sep 2014: Senior Academic Promotions: 1 October 2015 Exercise This bulletin launches the 1 October 2015 exercise. The guidance has been revised to incorporate feedback received on the 2014 exercise where it is in the interests of clarity and the efficient

25 Sep 2014: About the form This document must be completed by the Head of Recruitment (or nominated deputy), or by the relevant department/institution with assistance from the Head of Recruitment, when a criminal conviction (or caution, absolute discharge,

13 May 2014: Description This report lists all current employees of an institution whose probation period is incomplete. The following columns are shown: School (or equivalent) Institution Location Per Ref (CHRIS Person Reference Number) Surname Forename

10 Sep 2014: Higher Education Staff Development Agency (HESDA) Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) The UK Research Councils Universities UK

8 May 2014: Staff review and development (appraisal) Once a member of staff has successfully completed their probation period, their performance and development should be reviewed using the University's Staff Review and Development Scheme. Staff review and

8 Dec 2014: Harassing a person with a disability on account of that disability is unacceptable behaviour and unlawful under the terms of the Equality Act. This issue is dealt with in detail in the University's Dignity at Work Policy.

1 Oct 2014: Fasting Fasting is the abstinence from all or some specific foods. Many religions observe periods of fasting. For example, observant Eastern Orthodox Christians fast several times throughout the year including Great Lent, the Nativity Fast and the

22 Apr 2014: Keep in touch Once you have registered with TES, please keep us updated on your availability (ideally via email to temps@admin.cam.ac.uk) on a regular basis. We have a large pool of temporary workers so, if we haven't heard from you in a while, we

1 Oct 2014: Protections in law The Equality Act 2010 provides protection against unlawful direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation of staff, students or visitors on the grounds of religion or belief. These protections apply

13 May 2014: Description This report lists all current employees in an Institution where an Appraisal has been recorded for their current position. Employees with no recorded Appraisal but with a next Review date for their current position will also be listed.

10 Dec 2014: What type of pre-engagement checks are needed for your research passport? Activity Disclosure and Barring Service Check necessary? Occupational Health Clearance Necessary? LoA or HRC Researcher is a health care professional providing health care to

10 Sep 2014: Accommodation Service A to Z of HR Policies and Procedures Cambridge Life Career Management Scheme Index of Administrative Offices Induction Checklist Overview of Research in the University P-DOC (Association of Cambridge University post-docs) HR

4 Jun 2014: If you wish to request mediation please contact the HR Business Manager or HR Adviser for your Institution who will make arrangements, through the Mediation Coordinator, to initiate a formal mediation. Two mediators, who will not be members of the

1 Oct 2014: Terms What is covered by the term ‘Religion’? Religion or Belief is one of the protected characteristics contained in Section 4 of the Equality Act 2010. For the purpose of the Act ‘religion’ means any religion and a reference to religion