Starting at Essex

Welcome to Essex. We have a range of articles to help you get started and settled in.

Welcome to Essex

Useful information you'll need when you start work at the University of Essex.

Your first week

Read about the things you'll need to do during your first week working at Essex.

Your induction to Essex

Every new employee undertakes an induction programme. Read about the process and how it works.

Induction events for new staff

We have a range of induction events to help you settle into life at the University.

Doing things the Essex way

Read about our University identity and doing things the Essex way.

About your staff profile

The Publication of Staff and PGR Student Profiles on the University Website Policy</a> sets out our approach to the publication of profiles on the website.

Using HR Organiser

Read about how you can use our self-service HR system to book holiday, update personal details, view payslips and more.

Staff Campus Card

Find out how to obtain your Campus Card and what it gives you access to.

My contract

Information about your contract and terms of employment.

Probation

Your Pathway to Permanency period or your probation period is a time to see if your new role is right for you. Read about the policies, procedures and support available.

Your health and safety responsibilities

As a member of staff you have a responsibility to look after your own health and safety and that of others who could be harmed by your work activities.

Relocation assistance

Newly appointed employees on grades 7–11 may be entitled to reimbursement of their removal and relocation costs.

Conflict of interest and personal relationships

The aim of these guidelines is to protect individuals against accusations of bias, preferential or unfair treatment where such a relationship exists has existed or may develop.

Social Media Policy

Our Social Media Policy outlines how to use social media respectfully and responsibly, in line with the values we share as a community.

Whistleblowing Policy

The Whistleblowing Policy is designed to enable members of the University to raise concerns or disclose information which the individual believes shows malpractice.

Leaving the University for staff members

Information on leaving the University, including notice periods, remaining annual leave and resignation.

Principles for Workload Allocation Models in Academic Departments

The University has an agreed set of Principles for Workload Allocation Models in Academic Departments