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21 Mar 2017: For staff, entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and by the application of criteria which are related to the duties ... The University will meet all statutory obligations

14 Nov 2017: This document shows the salary structure for your Division, the scale of pay for each grade and information about point of entry and arrangements for increments. ... Exceptionally an applicant who has specific and relevant qualifications and experience

21 Mar 2017: It may however be taken into account to determine the level of entry into the procedure on a subsequent occasion, depending on the nature of the earlier offence and what length

29 Mar 2017: Adjustments to procedural requirements e.g. allowing an employee who has returned after a period of sickness absence to take paid time off work to attend regular medical appointments, physiotherapy or ... Provision of an auxiliary aid e.g. changing a key

10 Jul 2017: Working towards the new People Strategy We are currently developing our next People Strategy for the University. Engagement with our community will inform its development, ensuring it enables colleagues to do their best work in support of the

9 Aug 2017: Grading is a specialist service within the Human Resources Division. The University assesses the content of roles using the HERA (Higher Education Role Analysis) Job Evaluation scheme in order to assign a grade. The service provides support and

4 Dec 2017: Please note that telephone lines within the HR division have been disrupted over the last few days. Although the problem appears to be resolved, please try again if you have encountered difficulties in contacting us.

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

5 Sep 2017: The Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA) has confirmed that implementation of the pay settlement effective from 1 August 2017 may proceed.

27 Mar 2017: Summary of Leave The following tables summarise the types of leave available to academic, academic-related, or contract research staff. Leave entitlement for Assistant Staff is set out in full in the Assistant Staff Handbook. Leave of absence for

23 Jan 2017: 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 next HR Bulletin will be available in the Lent Term.

30 Jun 2017: 1. Contents Contents Background Statement of Policy Eligibility Guidance Procedure Documentation Additional Sources of Information FAQ's Printable version of the Policy A printable version of the Policy is available below: Supplement in Lieu of

4 Jul 2017: The changes to pension taxation rules on how much an employee can save up to the Annual Allowance (AA) or Lifetime Allowance (LTA) has made membership of a pension scheme potentially unattractive for some employees. If you believe you may be

15 Mar 2017: Behavioural attributes (or behavioural competencies) are a way of describing a range of individual characteristics that can be measured and can be shown to differentiate effective and ineffective performance. A job role will usually require the

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

29 Mar 2017: The University is committed to the development of its employees. Secondments are a valuable tool for individual career development and for developing the skills of an organisation. A 'secondment' is the temporary move or ‘loan' of an employee

29 Mar 2017: 1.Context 1.1.The University of Cambridge is committed to promoting the health and wellbeing of all employees. This policy and the associated guidance aim to promote supportive and effective management of absence due to ill-health (commonly known as

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,

28 Mar 2017: CHRIS/68 Special Leave (Paid and Unpaid) Application Form

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

29 Mar 2017: CHRIS 71 - External Secondment Form Secondment Agreement templates are available from the relevant School HR Business Manager/Adviser.

29 Mar 2017: Secondments are open to all staff groups, regardless of University service. If the substantive role is a fixed term contract or has limited funding, this should be considered when assessing the suitability and duration of the secondment. It is

12 Jun 2017: If you have recently updated your personal details following the launch of the University’s new Employee Self System, then please ignore this email. Please can all staff update their information using employee self-service (ESS). To do this you

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

21 Mar 2017: Context 1.1 All members of the University community have the right to be treated fairly, equitably and without bias. This right should not be compromised by any personal relationships that an individual or their colleagues may have with other

29 Mar 2017: Have the immigration requirements been checked? Have any pre-employment check requirements been checked? ... Have notice requirements been considered as well and what would happen if the secondee’s employment terminates?

8 Feb 2017: Applications are invited for the April 2017 exercise of the Contribution Increment Scheme for Researchers. Institutions should send completed HR/37 forms to ResearchIncrements@admin.cam.ac.uk no later than 17 March 2017. Awards approved, under the

29 Mar 2017: Review Process Overview Informal Discussion Formal Stage 1 Absence Review Formal Stage 2 Absence Review Formal Stage 3 Absence Review

23 Oct 2017: Applications are invited for the January 2018 exercise of the Contribution Increment Scheme for Researchers. Institutions should send completed HR/37 forms to ResearchIncrements@admin.cam.ac.uk no later than 1 December 2017. Awards approved, under

14 Mar 2017: The employee's safety. The operational requirements of the Institution. Distance travelled to work.

15 Mar 2017: The Policy applies to employees of the University of Cambridge under a contract of employment, except for University Officers whose procedures are contained in Statutes and Ordinances. Individuals engaged through the Temporary Employment Service (TES

28 Mar 2017: 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 challenge to all those concerned — it can be difficult to

29 Mar 2017: 6.1 ‘natural justice’ is defined as ‘due process of law’ or the ‘requirements of procedural fairness’. ... the requirements of the Act and other relevant legislation.

27 Mar 2017: This policy has been developed in consultation with the trades unions and the Diversity Network Group and in line with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

2 May 2017: Applications are invited for the October 2017 exercise of the Contribution Increment Scheme for Researchers. Institutions should send completed HR/37 forms to ResearchIncrements@admin.cam.ac.uk no later than 8 September 2017. Awards approved, under

21 Jul 2017: With effect from 1 April 2023, 'new' 2016 pay system for clinical academics and doctors in training. Nodal point Stage of NHS training 2022 2023 1 FY1 £29,384 £32,398 2 FY2 £34,012 £37,303 3 CT1 or ST1/SpR1 CT2 or ST2/SpR2 £40,257 £43,923 4

20 Mar 2017: The following pages seek to provide guidance and support to disabled staff, as well as to their line managers and colleagues. The aim is to share information in one place on the website to ensure that the University of Cambridge provides an

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

1 Mar 2017: Advice and Instructions for Staff The term ‘whistleblowing’ has no legal definition within EC or UK law; however, it has been used to describe incidents where an employee (which for these purposes includes not only employees but workers and

29 Mar 2017: where they are providing professional services), the proposed arrangements should also be referred to the Legal Services Office for consideration of insurance requirements. ... Secondments to countries outside the UK need to be referred through the

14 Mar 2017: 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 accordance with

27 Mar 2017: Type of Leave Stipend Normally Payable Conditions Leave to work part-time on a temporary basis Special Ordinances C (i) 2 (c), Form CHRIS/74 Pro rata for up to 3 (awaiting approval to change to 5) years at a time (renewable); Sabbatical leave

14 Nov 2017: Holidays (Rules B22–B30) As explained in the previous section, hours of work are calculated as an annual number of hours. The standard working week is 36.5 hours, although staff in some institutions work a longer week and thus earn additional days

27 Mar 2017: Type of Leave Stipend Normally Payable Conditions Sabbatical Leave (Statute C1 and Special Ordinance C (i) 1, Form CHRIS/67 According to the rules for payment of stipend whilst on leave under Special Ordinance C(i) — normally accrued at rate of

22 Aug 2017: The Senior Academic Promotions procedure and guidance for 2019 will be available shortly. The Senior Academic Promotions procedure and guidance is available as a PDF file for ease of printing. Launch letter Senior Academic Promotions Procedure and

15 Mar 2017: Capability refers to an employee's ability to perform the work expected of them to the standard required. This may be assessed by reference to an employee's skill, aptitude, health or any other physical or mental quality in relation to the job that

27 Mar 2017: Appeals Procedure A member of staff who wishes to appeal against the decision to end their fixed term contract must submit notice of their appeal in writing. This notice of appeal should set out the grounds of the appeal and state whether the appeal

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

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

28 Mar 2017: Whether there may be a requirement to travel or attend a funeral or ceremony.