Frequently Asked Questions

How do I go about booking my annual leave?

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You should discuss your requirements for leave with your line manager and then complete your annual leave form.

Your line manager will sign this form to confirm agreement to the time off.

What do I do if I'm called for jury service?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:44:49 +0100

Let your Head of Department/Manager know straight away so that cover can be arranged.

You will receive Certificate of Loss of Earnings form from the Court, and you should bring this to the HR office (M104) for completion. For more information, please see ‘Special Leave Policy” on the HR section of the portal

What happens if I have an accident at work?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:44:12 +0100

If you have an accident at work, let your Head of Faculty/Manager know immediately.

Ask someone to call for First Aid assistance (by contacting Reception Ext 5560). You will also need to complete an Accident Report form.

My child is sick and I need time off work. What do I do and what am I entitled to?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:43:13 +0100

If your child becomes ill on or during a working day, you are entitled to one day’s leave for ‘breakdown in normal care arrangements’.

If you have to take more time off work to care for your child, you should take this time from your annual leave entitlement.

Who do I tell when I'm sick?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:42:11 +0100

You should telephone your line manager as early as possible, but certainly before 9.00 a.m. on the first day you are off sick to inform him/her of why you are away and how long you will be off work.

You should keep in regular contact with your line manager whilst you are away.Please see the sickness policy (under HR policies) for further information.

Do I need to complete my pension form even though I don't want to join the scheme?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:32:41 +0100

Yes you do. If you do not respond, you will automatically be opted in to the scheme and pension payments will be deducted from your salary.

You are strongly advised to join the scheme as it is an important employment benefit.

For more information on the scheme, please see this page or consult the pensions handbook in your Induction pack.

When do I recieve increments?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:19:07 +0100

Incremental rises are awarded annually. If you are eligible for an incremental rise you will be paid:

From 1st April if you are a member of business support staff
From 1st August if you are a lecturer

How and when do I get paid?

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Your salary will be paid by BACS transfer direct to your bank account.

Full time members of staff, and temporary business support staff on timesheets are paid on the 28th day of each month.Hourly paid staff are paid on the 25th of the month.

How do I get a parking permit?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:14:56 +0100

Parking is very limited at College, and only certain designated members of staff are eligible for a permit.

Please check the position with your Head of Department/Manager if you are unsure. If you are a the holder of a disabled parking badge, then there are three Disabled Parking spaces in the car park behind St Wulstan’s building.

What happens during my probationary period?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:13:05 +0100

All staff who start a new post at the College have a six month probationary period. The probationary period is intended to help staff settle into the new post as quickly as possible, to ensure they are clear about their duties and responsibilities, and to provide coaching or training if this is felt to be helpful. You will have meetings with your mentor or Head of Faculty/Manager during the probationary period to discuss your progress and a final meeting at the end of the six months to confirm ...

When do I get my induction pack?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:11:53 +0100

You should receive your induction pack when you are sent your ‘offer of appointment’ letter.

Hourly paid lecturers may receive their induction pack upon commencement of employment.

What is Human Resources and how can it help me?

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:05:01 +0100

Human Resources is the College department with responsibility for staffing matters, particularly relating to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment, sickness absence and special leave, staff development, discipline and grievance, and much more.

If you need advice or information about these or any other matters concerning your work or about personal issues, please contact one of the HR Team and we will be happy to help (Ext: 5525/3411/5589).