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Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Policy

The University is committed to providing a safe and protected environment for its staff and students at all times, and complying with the relevant legislation to ensure that where staff carry out ‘regulated work’ under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) (Scotland) Act 2007 they are PVG scheme members.

Working here > Recruitment

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Homeworking Policy

This policy covers the conditions for homeworking on an occasional, regular and permanent basis. Also included is a homeworkers health and safety checklist.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 30 August 2023

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Carers At Work Policy

The purpose of this policy is to set out the support available to colleagues who are working carers, to encourage a workplace culture in which colleagues feel supported and able to manage any challenges they face in balancing the demands of their home and work responsibilities.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 5 February 2025

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Adoption Policy

This policy provides information regarding the University’s adoption provisions and explains colleagues entitlements.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 7 March 2025

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Public Interest Disclosure Policy

This policy aims to encourage colleagues to report suspected wrongdoing and provides guidance on how to raise those concerns.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 25 February 2025

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Alcohol and Substance Misuse Policy

This policy provides guidance to managers and colleagues on the action that should be taken where they know or suspect a colleague may be using or misusing alcohol or other substances and signposts to support.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 7 March 2025

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Flexible Working Policy

This policy includes the eligibility and procedure for making a flexible working request, and you will find a form to apply.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 25 February 2025

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Dignity at Work Policy and Procedure

This policy and procedure applies to everyone at the University and aims to help prevent bullying, harassment, discrimination and victimisation.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 25 February 2025

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Shared Parental Leave Policy

This policy covers the rights and responsibilities of eligible colleagues who wish to take shared parental leave.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 11 March 2025

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Social Media Usage Policy

This policy provides guidelines for staff to comply with legislative requirements in relation to social media usage.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 25 February 2025

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Standby and Call Out Policy

This policy stipulates what payments will be made to colleagues who are on standby or respond to a call-out.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

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Acting up and Additional Responsibility Allowance Policy

This policy provides information regarding colleagues who are acting up or have additional responsibility in their current role.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

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Attraction and Retention Premium Policy

This policy helps ensure that where necessary, the University can continue to recruit and retain colleagues when the labour market presents difficult conditions.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

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Paternity Policy

This policy provides information regarding the University’s paternity provisions and explains the colleague entitlements.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 5 February 2025

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Maternity Policy

This policy sets out the rights of colleagues to maternity leave and pay and provides information regarding the University’s maternity provisions and entitlements.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 7 March 2025

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Time Off For Dependant Care

This document is set out to provide clarity on the situations that are included in time off for dependants, as well as the procedure to be followed.

Working here > Pay, benefits and conditions

Last reviewed 12 February 2025

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Academic Regulations 2018-19 - Extenuating Circumstances

The Extenuating Circumstances Regulations apply to all matriculated students of the University who believe that their ability to complete an assessment of any type has been adversely affected by extenuating circumstances that have had a detrimental effect for the academic year 2018-19.

Academic policies > Academic regulations - previous years

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Policy on the use of Captured Content

A policy outlining the approach, rights and responsibilities for the University, staff, and students around our commitment to ensuring suitable captured content in lectures and teaching is made available to students.

Student lifecycle and journey > Health and wellbeing

Last reviewed 31 August 2023

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Safeguarding Policy and Support Framework

A policy outlining the steps we take to safeguard the University community and protect them from harm and abuse.

Student lifecycle and journey > Health and wellbeing

Last reviewed 1 March 2022

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Enjoy Cashless and loyalty scheme terms and conditions

This document outlines the terms and conditions for staff and students using the cashless and loyalty service in the University's catering outlets.

Property and facilities > Catering

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Catering Services Sustainable Food Policy

Policy covering the University's sustainable food practices.

Property and facilities > Catering

Last reviewed 31 January 2025

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Heating Operation Policy and Procedure

Policy covering operation of heating installations and procedure for dealing with heating problems.

Property and facilities > Facilities

Last reviewed 29 April 2020

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Quality Framework supporting document - Points to be considered during the academic approval process

Points to be considered during the academic approval process. Relates to Quality Framework - Section 4e Academic approval.