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29 Mar 2017: 5. Occupational Health Referral 5.1. Where medical advice is sought, such as where there has been long-term absence or repeated short absences, a referral to Occupational Health for an assessment and advice about any ill-health concerns may be

27 Mar 2017: Background to the Procedures for the Ending of Fixed Term Contracts Dismissal Circulars were sent out in 1999 from HR, advising institutions of an appropriate and practicable policy and procedures for ending fixed term contracts in the case of

29 Mar 2017: Search site. Human Resources. Questions and answers. Q. What should I do if I am unwell and unable to work? First notify your immediate manager by telephone as early as possible on the first day of your absence. You should provide your manager with

15 Nov 2017: Bullying and Harassment (Rules K1–K2) The University is committed to creating and maintaining a safe, welcoming and inclusive community that nurtures a culture in which we treat one another with courtesy and professionalism, even while robustly

15 Mar 2017: Skills to support managers and individuals Very few of us choose to perform our work badly, make mistakes or fail to complete tasks. There are often good reasons why an individual is struggling at work, such as problems with colleagues or at home,

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. COVID-19 Voluntary Impact Assessment Form (Probation) Please refer to

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

15 Mar 2017: Communicates persuasively with senior members of the University, the relevant Committees, and with people at all levels across the University and outside the University in the UK and worldwide as appropriate. ... Communicates effectively and

29 Mar 2017: Appeals An appeal against the outcome of any formal stage should be made in writing under the appeal procedure for the relevant staff category. The purpose of the appeal hearing is to establish if the outcome of the procedure was appropriate and

15 Nov 2017: Further Information The following information does not form part of your contract of employment. Grading of posts and career progression On appointment you will be given a job description which outlines the activities and responsibilities of your

14 Nov 2017: 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) of your absence by telephone as soon as possible on the first day of absence and,

15 Mar 2017: The framework can be used to support University staff in a number of areas, including: Recruitment and Selection Departments/institutions have the option to choose to use behavioural attributes as part of the recruitment and selection process for

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. COVID-19 Voluntary Impact Assessment Form (Probation) Please refer to

15 Mar 2017: Involves people who have positive attitudes to help secure the commitment of others.

29 Mar 2017: 8. Links to Other Policies and Guidance Capability Stress at Work Maternity Leave Disability and Employment Disciplinary, grievance and appeals Special Leave The University also has a range of support services available to staff, these can be found

21 Mar 2017: 4.1 It is recognised that this policy may significantly affect some current working arrangements in Departments/Institutions. Line managers are encouraged to seek advice from their relevant HR Business Manager or Adviser where necessary when

15 Mar 2017: The positive indicators are intended for use as a guide only and are not exhaustive. Not all indicators will be applicable to all roles within a grade and in some cases may be appropriate to a greater or lesser degree. Level A Builds and manages

15 Mar 2017: The positive indicators are intended for use as a guide only and are not exhaustive. Not all indicators will be applicable to all roles within a grade and in some cases may be appropriate to a greater or lesser degree. Level A Considers and respects

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

15 Nov 2017: Individual Grievance Procedure (Rules G1–G4) The University recognises that employees may, from time to time, have concerns or complaints about their work, working relationships or their working environment. In this event employees may raise a

15 Mar 2017: Encourages people to question methods and propose more effective alternatives. Supports, promotes and implements change. ... Introduces new ways of working and overcomes resistance through involving people and demonstrating the benefits.

15 Mar 2017: Performane Improvement Plan templates: Performance Improvement Plan (Word) Performance Improvement Plan (RTF) Performance Improvement Plan examples (PDF)

15 Mar 2017: The positive indicators are intended for use as a guide only and are not exhaustive. Not all indicators will be applicable to all roles within a grade and in some cases may be appropriate to a greater or lesser degree. Level A Demonstrates a

29 Mar 2017: Mediation is a well-established process for resolving disagreements in which an impartial third party (the mediator) helps two or more people in dispute to attempt to reach an agreement and

15 Mar 2017: The Manager Will normally be the employee’s line manager or a more senior manager and is responsible for ensuring that the employee is informed of standards of performance required. The manager should address underperformance issues when they

15 Mar 2017: Identifying underperformance It is important to identify the correct procedure for managing performance issues as early as possible so that appropriate support can be offered to the employee. Whether performance concerns should be managed under the

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. The following procedures belong to the Career Management Scheme for

21 Mar 2017: Best practice in communicating

29 Mar 2017: 7. Sickness Absence Review Process Review Process Overview Informal Discussion Formal Stage 1 Absence Review Formal Stage 2 Absence Review Formal Stage 3 Absence Review 7.1.Conducting Informal Discussions 7.1.1.In the first instance it may be

27 Mar 2017: 1. Introduction This is a quick and simple guide to the procedures for ending fixed term contracts that must be followed for all staff with limited tenure across the University. This includes research staff (who make up the majority of our staff on

29 Mar 2017: Scheme with effect from August 2008, for academic-related and assistant staff in grades 1–11. Introduction 1.1 The purpose of the regrading procedure is to allow for the re-evaluation of the duties and grades of academic-related and assistant

14 Nov 2017: The use of this form ended on 30 September 2021. For the University’s revised probationary arrangements and forms which apply from 1 October 2021, please follow this link. Pro forma PD/PROB/R2 Form PD/PROB/R2 (Word) Form PD/PROB/R2 (RTF) Notes for

29 Mar 2017: Disabilities and Reasonable Adjustments An employee who is off sick for a lengthy period of time may be disabled for the purposes of the Equality Act 2010. If this is the case the employee will be entitled to protection against discriminatory

10 Oct 2017: 9.1. Code of Behaviour 9.1.1 All staff are expected to act in line with the University Code of Behaviour, which sets out the University’s expectations around how we should and should not behave towards other members of our community. Whilst all

1 Mar 2017: Any member of staff who has a reasonable belief that there is serious malpractice relating to any of the protected matters specified in Scope of the Policy, may raise a concern under the procedure detailed here. The issues raised under the protected

10 Oct 2017: Search site. Human Resources. Related policies and procedures. 2.1. Links to related University policies, statements, sources of support and further information can be found below:. Disciplinary policies. All University Officers or Established

20 Mar 2017: Recruiting a disabled person What to do if somebody you manage has a disability requiring support

29 Mar 2017: General Guidance The University’s recruitment policy should be followed, for example when advertising the secondment and selecting the preferred candidate: https://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/cam-only/offices/hr/recruitment/ The employee should discuss

15 Mar 2017: This guidance supports staff and institutions in implementing the Capability Policy and provides information on good practice. It is not University policy and does not form part of employees' terms and conditions of employment. Defining Capability

24 Feb 2017: Regrade (Re-organisation) Used where the change in duties has been initiated by the Institution and where there is a clearly identifiable point in time from which the new version of the Role Profile will be effective. Changes due to restructuring or

29 Mar 2017: Roles and Responsibilities Manager Ensures employees are aware of the Sickness Absence Policy and what is expected of them via local induction and day-to-day management. Addresses sickness absence issues when they become known and seeks to resolve

29 Mar 2017: Managing Frequent Short-Term Sickness Absence Understanding Possible Causes It is important to understand there may be a variety of reasons for frequent short-term sickness absences, including: An underlying medical condition; An unusually high, but

27 Mar 2017: This policy applies to all employees of the University of Cambridge. However, specific eligibility criteria may apply in relation to particular types of special leave as set out under the relevant policy section. There may be occasions when Heads of

29 Mar 2017: Status This guidance supports staff and Institutions in implementing the Sickness Absence Policy and provides information on good practice. It should be read in conjunction with the policy document. This guidance is not University policy and does

29 Mar 2017: Sickness Absence Review Process Conducting Informal Discussions Sickness absence concerns are most effectively managed as early as possible. In most cases informal discussions between the manager and the employee will help to understand the issues

30 Jun 2017: 7. Documentation Supplement in lieu of pension application form Opt out and enhanced opt out forms are available on the USS website https://www.uss.co.uk/members/members-home/resources/forms Voluntary salary cap form (A form can be obtained from the

28 Mar 2017: Search site. Human Resources. Roles and Responsibilities. Q. Heads of institution and managers. Line managers should be alert to the risk of work-related stress in their staff and to signs of adverse reactions in individuals. This awareness will

29 Mar 2017: Reviewing Long-Term Sickness Absence There are two stages to managing an employee's long-term sickness absence. The first is to manage the employee's absence from work and the second to manage their return to work. The management of an employee's

29 Mar 2017: The University will endeavour to promote secondment opportunities as set out in the sections below, taking into consideration the operational needs of their Institution. Please see also the Procedure section.

15 Nov 2017: Disciplinary Procedures (Rules H1 to H20) A disciplinary procedure is helpful to the proper and successful functioning of the University and in ensuring that individuals are treated fairly. The University has therefore agreed a detailed procedure