Relocation procedure
Find out if you're eligible and how to claim relocation expenses.
Starting work at Bath
Information and resources to help you get settled into life at the University.
Before you start
If you are relocating or require a visa to start work, here is some information you may find useful.
Visa Reimbursement Scheme
Find out if you're eligible and how to claim immigration expenses.
Interest-free loan scheme for Home Office application fees and related legal costs
Apply for an interest-free loan to cover Home Office visa application fees and legal advice, to secure a legal right to live and work in the UK.
Guidance for applicants on how to apply for a DBS check
Read the guidance to understand what is required from you to complete a DBS check as part of your role.
Relocation guide
If you are considering relocating, read our guide to find out more about what Bath has to offer.
Induction
Welcome to the University of Bath. Here you'll find helpful information to get you started.
Joining information for new staff
Practical information and guidance for new staff joining the University of Bath.
Introduction to the University of Bath: Welcome Pack
The Welcome Pack is full of useful information to help you as a new member of staff at the University.
Introduction to the University of Bath
Find out more about the course, review pre-work, online tools and course dates.
Claverton Down campus map
Use this map to find buildings and car parks on the campus.
Take a virtual tour of campus
Use our interactive map to help find your way around.
Information for Student/Tier 4 visa workers
Understand the restrictions of your Student/Tier 4 visa so you can work in accordance with the terms of your visa.
Learning and Development
Find out more about the training opportunities as well as the compulsory training you'll need to complete as a new member of staff.
Mandatory training for staff
Review and complete the University staff training which is relevant to your role.
The Development Toolkit: an online learning and development resource for staff
Find out how to use the Development Toolkit to access online resources to support your professional and personal development.
The University of Bath coaching service for staff
Determine if the University coaching service is a suitable approach to help you address your career development or a specific work-related challenge.
People Management Curriculum
The People Management Curriculum 2023-2024 provides focus on core management capabilities.
Setting up your workstation
Information on setting up your workstation at work and at home.
Set up your computer workstation ergonomically
Use our online computer workstation assessment to ensure your desk is set up ergonomically.
Preparing yourself to work from home
The steps you need to take to make sure you are set up for hybrid working
Safe use of DSE safety standard
How to manage risks associated with the use of Display Screen Equipment (DSE) to reduce the chance of injury and eye strain.
Using our online HR self-service portal
Here you'll find helpful information to get you set up on our online portal, Employee Self-Service (ESS). ESS is used for booking leave, training courses, recording sickness absence and to ensure your personal and payroll data is up to date.
Employee Self-Service (ESS) user guide
Employee guidance on how to use ESS.
Manage your personal and payroll information on Employee Self-Service (ESS)
ESS is part of iTrent, the University's HR and Payroll system which allows you to securely view and update your personal information.
Annual leave entitlements, bank and discretionary holidays
The annual leave staff are entitled to and how to calculate it.
Booking annual leave
How to book annual leave and the authorisation process.
Manager Self-Service (MSS)
Log in to MSS to securely view and update information on your team.
Employee wellbeing
Learn about how we support employee wellbeing and the networks and groups you can join here.
Staff Networks and Groups
Our Staff Networks are dedicated spaces for colleagues sharing particular circumstances or characteristics to connect with others and share their experiences.
Support services for staff
Discover how the University can help all staff with a wide range of work, family and personal issues.
Work-life balance
As a University member of staff, there are a number of services available to you to promote wellbeing and improve your work-life balance.
Probation
Find out about probation and our Effective Behaviours Framework.
Probation
Probation is a period of time at the start of your employment for the University to assess your performance, conduct and suitability for your job.
Probation policy and procedure
What is required from new members of staff and their line managers during the probationary period.
Academic probation
Understand more about the probation arrangements and processes for Lecturers.
The Effective Behaviours Framework
The Effective Behaviours Framework (EBF) describes the behaviours that distinguish effective performance and are highly valued in the University.