Human Resources Information

Policies and procedures information relating to both personnel and staff development issues are available here. The policies cover procedures for advertising and appointing staff, childcare vouchers, equality and diversity, flexible working, grievance procedures, maternity leave, sickness absence, holidays, the no-smoking policy and many more.

Information on key strands of Human Resources strategy and performance in areas such as equal opportunities, the National Framework Agreement and staff learning and development are available here. The Human Resources strategy is summarised in the University Strategic Plan.

Human Resources provides help and information relating to both personnel and staff development issues. Details of the University's policies and procedures can be accessed here, along with support and advice and where to find out more, including information on our Disability, Race Equality, and Equal Opportunity policies. A comprehensive list of all internal and external University vacancies can be found in this site and application/recruitment forms can be downloaded.

At Heriot-Watt University, we embrace a positive attitude towards the promotion of equality and diversity and take pride in our efforts to create a working, educational and social atmosphere which is inclusive of everyone, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or caring-responsibilities.