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18 Mar 2020: Applying to TES Candidates looking to register with TES FAQS Current TES workers General FAQs for current TES workers Timesheet FAQs Holiday FAQs Pay FAQs After you have left TES After you have left TES FAQs

24 Jan 2019: Opportunities are currently available for enthusiastic, energetic and responsible 17+ year olds to work at the University's playschemes for children aged 4 to 15. The playschemes operate in February, May and October half terms and Easter and Summer

25 Feb 2015: From 26 February 2015, a number of HR forms and web pages will updated to reflect the fact that Release 4 of the Web Recruitment System (available from 26 February 2015) introduces a new six-step offers and appointment process. A separate

23 Apr 2015: We have a legal responsibility to ensure that all of our workers have the legal right to work in the UK before they undertake any work. If you are invited to register with us, you will need to show us original documents from List A or List B below

24 Feb 2016: Relocating to a new country can be daunting and with the added stresses of starting work and settling in, often with family members, we understand that international staff often have different needs and expectations. This section provides essential

22 Jan 2019: Please find below details of the next phase of the Home Office pilot of the EU Settlement Scheme, which opened on 21 January 2019, including how those eligible can apply in this pilot phase. What is the EU Settlement Scheme? In advance of the UK’s

15 Sep 2014: This bulletin and its links provide important information on various recruitment and immigration matters.

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

22 Sep 2020: Views are sought on the development of three key policies; a Mutual Respect Policy (to replace the current Dignity at Work Policy), a revised Grievance Policy, and a new Redeployment Policy. These proposed policies have been prioritised in response

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

16 Sep 2020: The Professional Services Recognition Scheme ecognises, highlights and celebrates the very best work across all professional services, irrespective of whether those staff are within a School, department, faculty or non-School institution. The scheme

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

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

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

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

20 Jun 2019: If an employee has a time limit on their right to live and work in the UK, a follow up check must be completed at the point where the individual's permission to live and work in the UK expires. Note: a follow up check will not required for any

11 Aug 2014: Support services at the University The University recognises that individual members of staff may experience difficulties in their personal lives or in their employment circumstances which can affect their ability to carry out their work. If you are

25 Jun 2014: To view our current vacancies and find all of the information you need about working for one of the world's oldest and most successful universities please visit: The University of Cambridge's Job Opportunities page. Getting around The University

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

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

22 Sep 2022: 2.1 Staff Type - Academic/Research/Professional Services Terms and conditions of employment vary depending on the staff type and the nature of the duties. Details of the relevant terms and conditions for each staff type can be accessed via 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.

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

27 Mar 2024: To enable you to switch from your current visa (which is not a Skilled Worker Visa) to a Skilled Worker Visa, the University has assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to you, and you can now apply for your visa. Please see the guidance below

29 Sep 2014: HR23 Welcome Letter About the template This document provides a template letter which is designed to be sent to a new employee to explain arrangements for his/her first day at work and to provide an induction schedule. This will reassure the new

22 Sep 2021: The formal and final probation assessment forms have been designed to facilitate the documentation of formal assessments of progress during the probationary period as well as the final overall assessment towards the end of the probationary period.

5 Nov 2020: All following job categories/roles are eligible for a Skilled Worker visa. The terminology for each job role used below is taken from the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes, developed by the Office for National Statistics. The SOC

23 Nov 2023: As part of the Technician Commitment work across the University, a series of videos have been put together to showcase some of the technical staff colleagues and their diverse roles across many sectors within the University. One the technicians, Rob

18 Sep 2020: What if I have any questions or want to get involved? We value all feedback on our Casual Workforce Project. To provide us with feedback or if you have any questions about our Casual Workforce Project you can email us on

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

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

10 Dec 2014: What is the Research Passport? A Research Passport is the mechanism for non-NHS staff to obtain an Honorary Research Contract or Letter of Access (LOA) when they propose to carry out research in the NHS. This replaces the previous Honorary Research

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

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 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 provides information about the use of personal information provided by job applicants to the University of Cambridge. 1. What is ‘personal information’? ‘Personal information’ means any information which relates to or identifies

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,

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

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

30 Sep 2019: Views are sought on proposals for the six initiatives listed below. These have been considered by the HR Committee and seek to address key priorities set out by the Vice-Chancellor and the People Strategy. Academic Titles - proposed structure for

14 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 holders of offices in Schedule J or equivalent. This also applies to Chairs or

18 Aug 2020: Using the form/files/chris_hr57_05_09_22.pdf Please refer to the Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay Policy and Procedure. Filling out the form This form should be completed by the employee, or on the employee's behalf with their consent, as

24 Aug 2015: Please note that with effect from 23 February 2024, the University approved a new Procedure for the Investigation of an Allegation of Research Misconduct, which applies where there is an allegation of Research Misconduct (as defined in section 3 of

1 Jul 2014: Search site. Human Resources. Web Recruitment latest developments. Bulletin Date:. Monday, 24 March, 2014. ... During Phase 2, we have gathered feedback from departments and institutions which has played a key role in shaping the latest developments of

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

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

28 May 2024: Applications for the Administrator Development Programme (ADP) and Strategic Development Programme (SDP) are now open.

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

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

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