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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,

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

28 Jul 2014: Glossary The following terms are used throughout the Staff Guide: Staff Any person who holds a University office or post and has a University contract of employment. Institution All academic and academic-related departments, including administrative

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

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 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

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

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 Jun 2014: This section of the Staff Guide sets out the policies, development opportunities and support which are provided by the University to ensure that each member of academic, academic-related and research staff is treated fairly and supported to maximise

10 Sep 2014: This page describes how the University of Cambridge uses the personal information of research staff and research students associated with it or its Colleges. It supplements the general webpages about our uses of personal information (see

15 Dec 2014: Description This quarterly report shows current employees with a record of all their Honorary Research Contracts (HRCs) and/or their most recent Letters of Access and Letters of Assurance (LoAs) with each Trust. Please note that the recording of

1 Oct 2014: In the University, special dress requirements may be expected in certain areas, such as in some clinical or educational environments. ... Health and safety provisions may take precedence and where safety requirements necessitate the removal or wearing of

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.

6 Jun 2014: Shopping Discounts The University of Cambridge employees have access to hundreds of local and national shopping discounts. Find out more here. Costco Membership Along with others within the Education Sector, University of Cambridge employees are

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

6 Jun 2014: University employees can access shopping discounts in three ways. National discounts on thousands of retailers from CAMbens Discounts, by purchasing a TOTUM (previously NUS Extra) card and by showing your University card in selected local stores.

13 May 2014: Description This report lists all employees in an institution who have a current or impending maternity/adoption/shared parental leave absence recorded on the CHRIS system. The following columns are shown: School (or equivalent) Institution Location

8 Dec 2014: The requirement applies to contract workers as well as directly employed staff. ... The implications of the requirement are explained below. 3.2 Reasonable changes.

1 Jul 2014: Absence or Special Leave Special Leave (Rules B31–35) In addition to the provision for annual leave and for maternity, paternity / co-parent and parental leave, there are a number of schemes which provide for special leave in particular

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

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

1 Jul 2014: Introduction of the University’s Sickness Absence Policy with effect from 1st April 2014 The University is introducing a Sickness Absence Policy to provide a clear framework for reporting and recording sickness absence and promoting a supportive

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

25 Jun 2014: We ask employees to supply HESA details in order to comply with statutory reporting requirements determined by the Higher Education Statistics Agency.

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

4 Jun 2014: Search site. Human Resources. FAQs for institutions. Q. What is the purpose of mediation at work? The objective of mediation is for two neutral, independent mediators to assist those in conflict to resolve their differences and reach a mutually

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.

28 Jul 2014: Financial Matters 1. University financial regulations All financial transactions taking place within the University — from dealing with invoices and cheques to the University's ethical policies relating to finance — are governed by the Financial

25 Jun 2014: The University has a responsibility to ensure that all its employees have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Therefore, if you receive an offer of employment, this will be subject to the University verifying that you are eligible to work in

11 Aug 2014: Managing Stress and Promoting Wellbeing at Work policy Introduction The University's Managing Stress and Promoting Wellbeing policy provides a source of reference material for all staff dealing with stress at work. Managing stress presents a

17 Oct 2014: Following HR Committee approval, the HR Division has begun trialling the use of social media in the recruitment process. The aim is to use social media channels as an additional means of promoting the University as an employer, highlighting specific

30 Jun 2014: Grievances and disciplinary matters The relevant procedures for the holders of University offices are as set out in Schedule to Statute C, Chapter III, Special Ordinance C(xii) and Special Ordinance C(xiii). There are also equivalent procedures in

8 Dec 2014: 4.3 Anyone concerned with recruitment to the University should assess what applicants with a disability can do to meet the requirements of the post, should avoid the assumption that people

8 Dec 2014: The policy is designed: to emphasize that applicants must be considered for employment according to their aptitudes, abilities, and qualifications, and that applicants with a disability are not at any substantial disadvantage compared to

6 Jun 2014: Childcare Please see the Childcare Office website for further information about the support available to University staff with childcare responsibilities. Leave Family friendly leave is available to assist with employees' work-life balance. Please

6 Jun 2014: The University's appraisal process enables employees to develop themselves professionally on an ongoing basis. There are also a range of other useful services and facilities including a Personal and Professional Development (PPD) programme, language

30 Jun 2014: Pay Your pay will depend on the grade of your post. Any adjustment to pay must be recommended by the head of your institution and authorised by Human Resources. Payment of salaries for all staff is monthly and in arrears, no later than 26th of each

6 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. Rental Deposit Loan Scheme Current and prospective staff members have access to

6 Jun 2014: These services respond to the University's statutory requirements under health, safety and employment law and are designed to protect health at work and ensure that health related problems are effectively

13 May 2014: Description The report lists all payments to employees in an Institution for the current week's payroll. The following columns are shown: Payroll Transaction Date (This is the pay period end date, usually the pay date) Institution Location Position

1 Oct 2014: Religious holidays Managers should be aware that members of staff may make requests for leave in order to observe religious or spiritual festivals and observance days. The University's annual Diversity Calendar, of religious and diversity dates,

10 Dec 2014: To comply with NHS occupational health (OH) assessment requirements, if it is identified that you require OH clearance for your research passport then an additional OH assessment may be required.

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

13 May 2014: Description The report lists all payments to employees in an Institution for the current month's payrolls. The following columns are shown: Payroll Transaction Date (This is usually the pay date) Institution Location Position (Position title)

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

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

30 Jun 2014: Private consultancy If you are working in a private capacity, or acting as a consultant, you do so at your own risk, as such work is not covered by the University's insurances. You are strongly advised to take out personal insurance. However,

13 May 2014: Description This report lists all current employees in an institution who have a sickness absence recorded on the CHRIS system that has no end date, or has an end date in the future. The following columns are shown: School (or equivalent)

29 Sep 2014: Completing the form TES timesheets should now be completed using the online system. Please see the Timesheet and getting paid page for details. The below paper timesheets should only be used in exceptional circumstances and with prior agreement from

30 Jun 2014: Retirement The normal retirement date for each member of staff is now specified in their contract of employment. For those holding University offices, it is currently the end of September following the 67th birthday and for other staff, the end of