The University utilises a number of contracts to employ staff. Please read the guidance below to understand the most appropriate one for your needs. In addition, a Contract Change form can be utilised by departments to inform the People Function about changes to staff contracts, such as a change of hours, a movement from a fixed term to open-ended contract, or when there is a change in the source of funding for their role. Find out more, below:

Contract changes

Contract type guidance

Consideration should be given to the most appropriate contractual arrangement when appointing staff.

See the contract types

Contract changes

To change the contract of an existing member of staff, a department will need to submit a contract change form to HR.

Change a contract