On 4 November, the Vice-Chancellor announced that employees will receive a one-off exceptional non-consolidated payment of 2% or £800 (whichever is higher) based on basic salary, in their December pay. This will be pro-rated according to contracted hours. Staff on lower grades will benefit from a greater % increase equating to at least £800 pro rata. The payment will be capped at £1500 pro rata.
Employees will receive this payment as a lump sum in their December pay, unless they choose to divert it into their pension.
If you would like the money diverted into your pension, you need to inform the University by midday on 30 November by completing this online form.
If you do not wish to divert the payment to your pension, then no action is needed.
Casual and TSS staff who claim hours between December 2022 and June 2023 will see their pay spine uplifted by at least 2%. Current casual and TSS staff who also claimed hours between August and November will receive a backdated lump sum payment to reflect the increased rates of pay.
To check your eligibility and for more information, read the detailed FAQs. The University also has a Staff Financial Support Fund to help those experiencing financial hardship.
