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The University is part of a national framework that agrees a single pay spine. Access the pay scales and information on salary increases here.
A responsibility allowance is used to recognise and reward a temporary change in duties or responsibility that is significantly beyond the scope of an employee’s substantive role.
Access the policy, application form and further support for adding market supplements to your pay.
A Government tax-free childcare scheme exists for eligible parents. Read about how it works.
Funds are available to support working parents and carers who wish to attend events outside their normal working pattern.
The Staff Common Room at our Colchester Campus provides a relaxing space for staff. Find our more about our facilities and how to join.
Staff can apply for an interest-free loan to cover the costs relating to Home Office application fees, such as visa application fee, Health Surcharge (HIS) cost and related legal fees.
Medicash is a health cash plan that provides cash back towards everyday optical, dental costs and complementary therapies, as well as medical advice and personal accident cover.
Read about the ways you can give to charity through your pay, including pre-tax donations via the Charities Aid Foundation.
Ensuring that we reward staff fairly, based on their contribution to our community and regardless of their protected characteristics, is at the core of our values.