To provide direction on how University records are to be managed to preserve their value.…

File location:

Information governance and management > Records management

Published date:

1 July 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

File location:

Information governance and management > Data protection > Sharing-personal-data-with-third-parties

Published date:

1 July 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Google Analytics policy. Google Analytics is a powerful data tool that tracks and reports website and mobile app traffic. This policy describes the arrangement between the Digital Communications team and any University members of staff in relation…

File location:

Information technology > Digital standards

Published date:

1 November 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Usability testing policy. This policy covers all usability testing which takes place at the University of St Andrews and applies to all staff who are involved in any usability testing process. The policy applies to in-person and distance testing,…

File location:

Information technology > Digital standards

Published date:

1 November 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Immigration guidance for overseas visitors…

File location:

Staff > Rights to work > Immigration

Published date:

10 December 2019

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This Policy defines the circumstances under which access to information held in email and files can be made during periods of absence, for business continuity purposes.…

File location:

Information governance and management > Information security

Published date:

4 February 2020

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

High level overview of the procedure for line managers and PI's to follow when a fixed term contract expires.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Redundancy

Published date:

7 July 2020

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To inform University staff about the terms and process for participation in the institutional workplace coaching programme as a coachee and to set out both standards and process for participation as a coach.…

File location:

Staff > Organisational development > Mentoring and coaching

Published date:

11 November 2020

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To inform staff of the University's Biodiversity Policy…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability > Biodiversity

Published date:

23 December 2020

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To provide a statement of the University’s ongoing commitment and approach to preserving its digital content selected for permanent retention, so that materials remain accessible and usable to relevant wide audiences in perpetuity.…

File location:

Library and museum services

Published date:

12 March 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Aligned with the University of St Andrews Sustainable Development Strategy & the associated Policy Statement, integrating environmental & social responsibilities in the University’s activities.…

File location:

Purchasing and procurement

Published date:

16 April 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

The purpose of this policy is to describe the University’s approach to data governance in terms of data availability, data accessibility and data quality and to outline how clear accountability for each is managed.…

File location:

Information governance and management > Data governance

Published date:

23 June 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy document sets out the estates department's health and safety policy statement, and the organisational and managerial arrangements necessary to deliver it…

File location:

Health and safety

Published date:

1 September 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

The Estates design guide is intended to lay out design criteria for all those involved in building design, refurbishment and maintenance…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability

Published date:

18 January 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Terms and conditions for the purchase of goods and services.…

File location:

Purchasing and procurement > Terms and conditions

Published date:

31 January 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Providing expectations and processes for individuals to reflect on their interests, and identify, declare and mitigate any potential conflicts of interest if and when they arise: to avoid compromising - or the perception of compromising –…

File location:

Staff > External Work

Published date:

28 February 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

List of examples that the University deems as unacceptable conduct.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

10 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Guidance for the disciplinary panel to conduct the disciplinary process from preparation through to conclusion.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

10 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Guidance for Investigation Managers to…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Investigation

Published date:

15 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Guidance for Investigation Managers to outline the recommended meeting format.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Investigation

Published date:

16 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy covers the provision of equipment to enable employees to work effectively from their home residence, either as part of a hybrid working arrangement, or during periods of enforced home working.…

File location:

Safe St Andrews

Published date:

29 March 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This document supports the Control of Legionella Policy document, expanding the management and operational arrangements sections with more comprehensive details of the standards to be achieved.…

File location:

Estate > Facilities management > Operations

Published date:

31 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Offers information and guidance on how to apply for financial assistance to cover childcare or other caring expenses associated with attending pre-approved work-related events.…

File location:

Staff > Annual leave and other absence > Family friendly leave

Published date:

5 April 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This document provides employees with guidance on leaving the University.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Leaving the University

Published date:

19 April 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provides guidance on managing personal relationships between members of the University community and University students…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

20 April 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy governs the recording of teaching spaces in the central timetabling system and the management of AV and IT equipment in those spaces.…

File location:

Academic policies > Learning and teaching > Technology enhanced learning

Published date:

20 June 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy sets out the basis for the University’s decision to have a fixed retirement age for all employees.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Retirement

Published date:

12 July 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To be referred to in cases where there are possible issues of misconduct.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

10 August 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Sets out the procedure to be followed when reviewing HR-related documentation including, polices, procedures and guidance notes.…

File location:

Staff

Published date:

22 August 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This paper details the agreement reached between the University of St Andrews, AMICUS, UCU, and UNISON on Assimilation Principles for the new 52-point scale.…

File location:

Staff > Pay and benefits > Pay rates arrangements

Published date:

26 August 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To inform staff of the University’s Biodiversity Policy…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability > Energy efficiency

Published date:

5 September 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To inform staff of the University’s travel plan…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability

Published date:

8 September 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To inform staff of the University's commitment to Climate…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability

Published date:

8 September 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To be referred to in cases where there are possible issues of misconduct.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

4 October 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To advise people how their personal data are used by the University…

File location:

Information governance and management > Data protection > Privacy Information

Published date:

19 October 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Outlines the approach to the prevention and management of occupational stress throughout the University.…

File location:

Staff > Health and well-being > Mental health

Published date:

2 November 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provides information on the use of alcohol, drug and substance misuse in the University and/or representing the University.…

File location:

Staff > Health and well-being > Controlled substances

Published date:

2 November 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Outlines the procedure for the management of sickness absence within the University.…

File location:

Staff > Annual leave and other absence > Ill health

Published date:

24 November 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provide guidance to managers and employees on the operation of overtime.…

File location:

Staff > Pay and benefits > Pay rates arrangements

Published date:

7 December 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy sets out the framework for raising, addressing and resolving concerns in the workplace.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Resolving workplace disputes

Published date:

7 December 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Guidance developed following feedback provided in our All-staff survey on working in the context of Covid.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Flexible working

Published date:

15 December 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Raise awareness of menopause symptoms and provide a framework for requesting support in the workplace.…

File location:

Staff > Health and well-being > Menopause

Published date:

25 January 2023

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Standards for data and telecom cabling…

File location:

Information technology > Digital standards

Published date:

17 February 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Health and safety/Hazard identification and risk assessment…

File location:

Health and safety > Hazard identification and risk assessment

Published date:

22 February 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Probation process in the form of a diagram. EDI confirmed EIA not required.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Probation

Published date:

1 March 2023

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Summary of employee conditions.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Contract management

Published date:

1 March 2023

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Outlines the procedure and management of the probationary period for Support staff.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Probation

Published date:

1 March 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

EDI review performed by Stuart Hall 11/01/2023. Confirms the purpose and procedure for the probation period.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Probation

Published date:

7 March 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To support prioritisation and delivery of complex change iinitiatives…

File location:

University governance > Change portfolio management

Published date:

7 March 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provides guidance on agency worker rights.…

File location:

Staff > Recruitment > Agency workers

Published date:

27 March 2023

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff