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24 Apr 2020: The University acknowledges that these are exceptional circumstances and is committed to putting measures in place to ensure that no employee is financially disadvantaged. The Employee Welfare Loan Scheme is available to support eligible staff

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

20 Oct 2014: Dear colleague, This is an important message about the Universities Superannuation Scheme. If you are an administrator, or have HR responsibilities, please forward to all colleagues who are members of USS and, where appropriate, include a reference

28 May 2020: CHRIS users are reminded to start using their CHRIS Electric profile before 31 May 2020 to ensure continued access to the system after this date. For further information: https://www.hrsystems.admin.cam.ac.uk/chris-electric

7 Jan 2020: Round 15 of the Returning Carers Scheme is now open for applications for the spending period 1 August 2020 to 31 January 2021. The closing date for applications is Friday 14 February 2020. Further information is available on the Returning Carers

30 Jun 2017: 5. Guidance 5.1 USS Arrangements The USS has introduced various voluntary amendments to help affected members address the high tax charges on benefits, including an “Enhanced Opt Out” and a “Voluntary Salary Cap”. These can be used in

15 Apr 2024: Search site. Human Resources. Pay FAQs. Q. Do I get paid overtime? Temporary workers get paid for all hours worked, so if your expected working hours are 36.5hpw, but on the request of your supervisor you work 40 hours in one week, then you will be

24 Feb 2016: At the University of Cambridge, we recognise that whist relocating to the UK as an individual can be stressful, relocating as a family can be even more so. The information in this section is designed to help you understand what services and

3 Jul 2015: Context and basic principles The University of Cambridge aims to provide shared parental leave benefits which comply with both the letter and the spirit of the law and meet all the statutory requirements. Shared Parental Leave enables eligible

10 Aug 2015: Please use the left hand menu to access the Organisational Change Policy. Guidance Links to further guidance on the application of the Organisational Change Policy are provided below: Organisational Change Guidance Definitions Frequently Asked

24 Apr 2015: The University of Cambridge welcomes visitors from across the world to undertake a variety of academic activities, including conducting research, giving lectures and acting as examiners. To determine the appropriate visa for the required visit,

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

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

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

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

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

29 Sep 2021: This webpage contains information about the changes required to the way institutions manage casual workers, including specific actions for: Heads of Institution and line managers with responsibility for casual workers in their area (including

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

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

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,

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

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

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: Appraisal Report (2nd of each month) All current employees in an Institution where an Appraisal date has been set. Change of hours or working pattern in next calendar month (28th of each month) All employees whose hours and/or working pattern are

24 Feb 2016: The administration of the UK border, which includes all ports, airports and entry points into the UK, is operated by UK Border Force, which is part of the Home Office. All visa administration is operated by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), which is

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

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 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

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

27 Oct 2014: Form PD25 Model Appraisal Form Please refer to the guidance on Staff Review and Development Download the form Form PD25 is available in PDF, Word and Rich Text Format: Form PD25 (PDF) Form PD25 (Word) Form PD25 (Rich Text Format) Self-appraisal form

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

25 Apr 2014: Who needs a right to work check? All potential employees require a right to work check, regardless of their nationality. This must be conducted before employment/work commences. Guidance on completing right to work checks For those individuals who

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: This page describes how your personal information is used and stored if you are required to undergo certain additional recruitment checks or procedures as part of the job application and offer process. It supplements the general webpage about how we

27 Aug 2015: In addition:. Young people who have not attained a level 3 qualification are required to continue to participate in education or training.

25 Apr 2014: Where an individual is subject to UK immigration control, they will require a visa to work in the UK.

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

6 Jul 2020: Reasonable notice of at least 7 calendar days should be given (e.g., to allow people to make childcare or other arrangements).

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 2022 to 31 March 2023 Facility time report 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2022 Facility time report 1 April

27 Mar 2017: This is because people at different stages of their career may require different supporting information and advice, especially when they are taking on new and different types of appointment.

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

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

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

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

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

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).

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

27 Oct 2014: Form PD26 Model Personal Development Plan Please refer to the University's Staff Review and Development (Appraisal) framework scheme. About the Personal Development Plan (PDP) Institutions can incorporate the model Personal Development Plan form

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