Staff FAQ's

All professional services and senior management staff whose role fit the criteria of being able to work remotely without impacting the student experience and service delivery.

No, the University acknowledges that academic and research roles already work in a more flexible way.

No, this policy does not form part of any contract of employment

For full time staff, if flexibility is agreed, this will normally be for one day per week (pro rata for part time staff).  This may be extended to two days per week subject to management approval which will be based on role and business need. 

No, as you may be required to attend work on particular days at the university’s request, and in some circumstances may be called onto site with short or no notice.

No staff must be available and working during their normal hours of work, as set out in individual contracts of employment.

No, not unless you are travelling on authorised and approved University business.

No, working from home is entirely voluntary and all staff have the right to work from campus for their full contracted hours should they wish to.

No, any arrangements put in place through the flexible working constitute a change to contractual terms and conditions and would not be affected.   This policy relates to the university’s working practices.  Staff should refer to the flexible working policy to make a formal request for flexible working. 

In line with our absence management policy, you should notify your line manager by telephone as soon as reasonably practicable.

You are required to have a suitable environment in which to work and you should remember that you are responsible for keeping information associated with the University secure at all times including IT equipment screens and voice calls.  Therefore in most instances a private location is required, particularly as it is expected that cameras will be on during Teams meetings.

Everyone should have their schedules up to date on their Outlook /Teams Calendars and be available at the expected times unless otherwise agreed with their manager.