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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

17 Mar 2014: These pages provide a wide range of valuable information for applicants, new starters and current University employees. Further information can be found via the various links provided throughout the HR Division pages and on the main University

17 May 2024: Further to the launch of the revised International Working Policy in October 2023, three new guidance documents are now available to assist institutions, managers and employees in following certain processes linked to international working: Personal

18 Sep 2020: Introduction These pages provide information and updates on the casual workforce project. The aim of the project is to review how the University manages and engages its casual workforce and to implement more effective and efficient processes,

10 Sep 2014: This section of our web pages provides information on how we use and store the personal data of our employees and people who apply for jobs with us. Information and guidance for staff on data protection and freedom of information legislation, and on

18 May 2021: Although these resources are primarily directed at undergraduates, postgraduates and postdocs there are some useful pointers and techniques that can be applied to the non-academic employment market.

13 Jan 2015: Flexible working The University’s Flexible Working Policy sets out the statutory procedure to be followed when staff ask to work flexibly to achieve a better work/life balance. The range of flexible working practices that may be requested and,

15 Jun 2023: 1.4  This policy is not contractual and may be amended from time to time, in light of changes in legislation or operational requirements.

1 Nov 2022: About this form Use this form to pay additional lump sums of money to staff on a Guaranteed Minimum Hours Contract (GMHC) other than payment for hours worked). One form per pay frequency Do not mix payments for employees with different pay

22 Sep 2022: 1.3  The University is committed to providing job security and stability for members of its workforce, whilst balancing the University’s on-going requirement for flexibility in resourcing. ... 1.7  This Policy is not contractual and may be amended

25 Apr 2014: Welcome to the University's webpages on staff and visitor immigration to the UK Latest news Physical immigration documents will be replaced by the end of 2024 with a digital proof of immigration status, known as an eVisa. This will affect anyone

5 Jun 2014: Contribution Reward and Progression Schemes The University operates a number of contribution reward and progression schemes for different staff categories. Additional Responsibility Payments Additional Responsibility Payments are made to employees

16 Sep 2022: You will find below the answers to some common questions on ATAS. If our webpages do not answer your questions, please contact us.

20 Mar 2024: New and amended legislation is being introduced on 6 April 2024 to widen access to flexible working, introduce a new leave entitlement for carers, extend existing redundancy protections, and change the way paternity leave is booked and taken.

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 Jun 2014: Staff Guide: Academic, academic-related and research staff Assistant staff Handbook Current graduate students [Board of Graduate Studies] New staff Temporary staff Disabled applicants and staff Religion and Belief Staff benefits (CAMbens)

1 Nov 2022: About the form Use this form to pay hours (other than overtime) to all hourly-paid staff on a Guaranteed Minimum Hours Contract (GMHC). One form per pay frequency Do not mix payments for employees with different pay frequencies (e.g. monthly/weekly)

17 Nov 2022: As announced by Professor Kamal Munir, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for University Community and Engagement, on 25 October 2022, a package of additional support is being provided to staff in recognition of the rising cost of living. Further details of the

17 Mar 2014: About HR The Human Resources (HR) Division supports the achievement of excellence in education, learning and research via the recruitment, retention, reward, recognition and development activities undertaken with and for University staff. In addition

26 Sep 2016: Professorships and other Senior Appointments​​​​​​​ Professorship of European Law. Closing date: 12 June 2024. Apply here Professorship of the Public Understanding of Mathematics. Closing date: 8 July 2024. Apply here. Professorship of

18 May 2022: apprenticeship_awards.jpg The Apprenticeship Awards 2022 will take place online on Thursday 23 June, 11:30 - 12:30, to recognise and celebrate the growth of apprenticeships and their positive contribution to the University. The Vice-Chancellor,

19 May 2015: rights and are in excess of these statutory requirements.

30 Jun 2022: The University of Cambridge engages casual workers to undertake a range of different Temporary Work Assignments, including demonstrating, lecturing and undergraduate examining activities. As part of the University’s Workforce Policy, departments

3 Jun 2015: What is mediation? Mediation is a well established, confidential process for resolving disagreements. Two impartial third parties (mediators) help two people in dispute to attempt to reach an agreement and find a mutually acceptable resolution. Who

30 Sep 2016: Review of the University’s Retirement Policy A review of the University’s Retirement Policy had been scheduled to take place during 2019/20, but this work was postponed due to the Covid 19 pandemic. On 20 October 2022, the Human Resources

13 May 2014: requirements of departments.

18 Oct 2023: Organisational Development (OD) is not always well understood. Although many grasp what it is intuitively, it can be hard to articulate. In essence, it is an area of practice in which a range of tools and techniques are used to improve an

25 Jun 2014: The HR Business Partnering team works with the Schools and non-School institutions on HR queries, employee relations issues, organisational change and HR projects, and facilitates annual reward and other regular University‑wide exercises. Roles

24 Feb 2016: Welcome to Cambridge The University of Cambridge has a thriving international community of staff and visitors. We currently employ over 12,000 staff, 30% of whom are from an international background, spread over 31 Colleges and 150

24 Mar 2023: The Hybrid Working Policy aims to enable as many staff as possible to work in a hybrid way if they so wish, whilst recognising that some roles will include tasks that can only be performed on University premises. It highlights that consideration

1 Jul 2020: Institutions are advised of the following updates and points of clarification on the University’s furlough scheme. Please note that the University’s scheme currently runs until 31 July 2020. Information about arrangements from 1 August 2020 will

4 Sep 2015: The Returning Carers Scheme (RCS) is a biannual fund which provides awards of up to £10,000 to support employees who can evidence that their career / work-life: Has been, is being, or will be, disrupted owing to taking a break of at least three

25 Mar 2015: The Careers Service hosts a range of events for Postdoctoral research staff wishing to combine their academic career with raising a family. Many of the principles covered in these sessions are applicable to all staff groups and can be accessed at

12 May 2021: The HR Reward Team have today launched the SmartHub, a new employee benefits portal on the CAMbens Employee Discounts site. On the SmartHub, you can now find information about CAMbens, the employee benefits package available to University staff.

18 Oct 2023: od_2.jpg The role of the Organisational Development (OD) team Our overarching objective is to ensure that the University of Cambridge is a great place to work. We work to connect all parts of the organisation and support positive cultural change to

10 Jun 2019: The HR Forms page has been updated to make it easier to find HR-related forms. Forms are now arranged alphabetically by name within eight categories corresponding to different stages of employment, as follows: 1. Recruitment and Employment 2.

22 Sep 2022: How clear / confident are you of future requirements and your ability to meet them? ... Identify gaps and/or scenario plan future requirements considering recruitment, restructure, development, skills gaps, anticipated student numbers, work patterns,

29 Sep 2014: Reimbursement of Relocation Expenses Scheme About the form The scheme provides financial assistance (up to £8,000) with relocation costs for moves within the UK and from overseas. The scheme is open to all newly appointed and centrally funded staff

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.

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

12 Aug 2020: You may include reference to personal matters which have affected your work if you wish, however there is no requirement to do so, nor are you required to disclose if you

15 Jun 2022: Staff and managers can find questions and answers about the Exceptional Covid Payment on the HR webpages.

10 Feb 2020: The University's webpage which summarises and provides access to the latest guidance issued by Public Health England (PHE) on the coronavirus can be found at the link below: Coronavirus: Latest Guidance

1 Jul 2014: Staff update I am delighted to let you know that Andrea Hudson has been appointed to the role of HR Business Manager for the School of Physical Sciences with effect from 1 August, taking over from Ed Webster when he leaves us in the summer. Andi

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15 May 2019: Real Living Wage Following a formal application to the Living Wage Foundation, the University of Cambridge has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. This ensures that wages for University staff and those of contractors who regularly work on

10 May 2019: The October 2019 Contribution Increment Scheme for Researchers is now open.

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

20 May 2022: The ATAS requirement only applies to certain nationalities, and in certain roles and research fields where the UK government considers that individuals’ knowledge could be used in programmes to develop Advanced ... Nationality. Nationals of the

6 Jun 2014: With excellent benefits, extensive learning opportunities, and a stimulating and attractive environment the University of Cambridge is a great place to work. The University offers employees a wide range of competitive benefits (including