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Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:39:42 GMT

Disability Two Ticks

At De Montfort University, we are committed to employing, keeping and developing the abilities of disabled staff. We have been awarded the Disability Two Ticks kite mark.

Employers who use the disability symbol make five commitments regarding recruitment, training, retention, consultation and disability awareness.

These commitments are:

· to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy and to consider them on their abilities

· to discuss with disabled employees, at any time but at least once a year, what both parties can do to make sure disabled employees can develop and use their abilities

· to make every effort when employees become disabled to make sure they stay in employment

· to take action to ensure that all employees develop the appropriate level of disability awareness needed to make these commitments work

· to review these commitments each year and assess what has been achieved, plan ways to improve on them and let employees and Jobcentre Plus know about progress and future plans

We are committed to making De Montfort University a place where disabled staff and applicants can feel confident that they valued and they have a variety of career opportunities.

For more details please see the Two Ticks website

Athena Swan

The Athena SWAN Charter recognises and celebrates good employment practice for women working in science, engineering and technology (SET) in higher education and research. De Montfort University is currently preparing our Bronze Award submission. We are committed to the advancement of the careers of women in SET in higher education and research and our membership of this scheme represents this commitment.

There are six principles which Charter members are asked to accept and to incorporate into their action plans, De Montfort University has committed to the following:

1. To address gender inequalities requires commitment and action from everyone, at all levels of the organisation

2. To tackle the unequal representation of women in science requires changing cultures and attitudes across the organisation

3. The absence of diversity at management and policy-making levels has broad implications which the organisation will examine

4. The high loss rate of women in science is an urgent concern which the organisation will address

5. The system of short-term contracts has particularly negative consequences for the retention and progression of women in science, which the organisation recognises

6. There are both personal and structural obstacles to women making the transition from PhD into a sustainable academic career in science, which require the active consideration of the organisation.

For more details please see the Athena Swan website

Stonewall

There is just one criterion for joining Stonewall's Diversity Champions programme: a clear commitment to improving the working environment for lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) staff.

De Montfort University has joined this programme and is working towards an equality scheme for sexual orientation. We are committed to ensuring that we have a culture in which all our people are valued regardless of sexual orientation. Working with Stonewall will significantly help us to work towards achieving this goal.

For more details please see the Stonewall website

The Recruitment Process

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:57:53 GMT

How to apply

You can apply by attaching your application form to an email and sending it to vacancy@dmu.ac.uk or alternatively you can post it to: Human Resources, Eric Wood Building, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH. Receipt of your application form will be confirmed within two working days.

Equal Opportunities

The policy of De Montfort University is that no person should be discriminated against by reason of their race, colour, ethnic or natural origin, nationality, religious belief, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, hours of work, disability or union membership/non membership. Please can you complete the enclosed equal opportunities form for monitoring purposes. If you have a disability we will make any necessary arrangements to ensure you are able to attend an interview if selected. Please let us know on the application forms any adjustments that are necessary to make this possible.

Recruitment monitoring is conducted anonymously and your equal opportunities information is not shown to any member of the selection panel.

The Recruitment Process

Short-Listing

Once the closing date has passed, all applications are submitted to the recruitment manager to short-list. They then complete the short-listing process and forward the information to the HR department to co-ordinate the interviews.

Interview and Assessment Process

If you are successfully short-listed for interview, you may also be required to undertake a test or presentation depending on the nature of the post. This may include simulated exercises (an administrative or technical test) and psychometric testing.

The interview process will be in front of a panel of interviewers appropriate to the level of post.

If the panel are unable to make a selection, you may be called in for a second interview.

Decision Making Process

Should you be successful, your offer will be subject to satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK. All academic and senior posts will be subject to Vice Chancellor approval.

Access to work

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:26:09 GMT

What is access to work?

Access to Work is a scheme run by Jobcentre Plus to provide practical support and advice to disabled people and their employer to help overcome work related obstacles resulting from a disability. The practical support may include contributing to funds required towards making reasonable adjustments such as:

- Adapting or providing new equipment you need at work

- Adapting your working environment to meet your needs

- Supporting your journey to work (this may include a personal support worker for your journey to and from work)

- Having the support of a communicator/interpreter

As an employer, De Montfort University supports and encourages applications from the widest range of backgrounds. Our internal Occupational Health Department is available to support you and your health requirements during your time at the University.

Eligibility for access to work

You may be able to get Access to Work if you are:

- in a paid job

- about to start a job

- self employed

and your disability or health condition puts obstacles in the way of you carrying out your day to day activities and your duties at work.

How to apply

If you are about to start your role or are already working at De Montfort University and are likely to be eligible for Access to Work, you will need to make the initial contact with Access to Work to inform them of your personal details. They will then send you an application form to complete and sign. Although Access to Work requires you to make contact with them, you are encouraged to discuss your application with a) your future Line Manager and/or HR Adviser if you have been offered a post with us or b) your current Line Manager and/or HR Adviser if you are already an employee, as they will be able to provide support throughout the process, whether that be assistance with the first phone call, completing the application form, or deciding on adjustments that will best suit your needs.

Who to contact

The East Midlands Access to Work team:

Access to Work Operational Support Unit

Alexandra House

377 Cowbridge Road East

Canton

Cardiff

CF5 1WU

Telephone: 02920 423291

Textphone: 02920 644886

Fax: 02920 423342

Email: atw-team-wales@jobcentreplus.gsi.gov.uk

FAQs

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:50:30 GMT

Can I submit an application form without applying for a specific position?
No. We are unable to accept speculative applications. When you apply it must be for a specific post that is currently being advertised.

Can I submit a CV as part of my application?
Yes. However this should only be used to add information that you have not been able to include in the rest of your application. For example, if you have an academic background and wish to include a list of any publications or journals that you have written. It is not necessary to upload a CV as part of your application otherwise. However it is still important that you complete each section of the application form as fully as possible as a CV will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.

Can I submit a CV and covering letter instead of an application form?
No. The Recruiting Manager will not consider CVs or covering letters without a fully completed application form.

Can I apply for more than one post by submitting one application form?
No. You must complete and submit a separate application for each post you are applying for.

When will you be contacting my referees?
For support posts references will be taken up at the job offer stage. For Academic and Research posts references will be taken up for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. Our application form will ask for your permission for us to approach your referees prior to interview. Please note that one reference must be your present or last employer.

Why do I need to complete the Equal Opportunities section of the application form?
De Montfort University is positive about recruiting people with the right mix of skills and abilities, regardless of race, disability, sex or age. Please note that the Equal Opportunities section of the application form is for statistical purposes only and will not be passed on to those involved in the selection procedure. The information you give will be treated as confidential.

Why does the application form ask if I have a disability?
The University will guarantee to interview disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria of the person specification, as per the "Two-Ticks - Positive about Disabled People" initiative. The HR Services Team will need to be aware of any disability in order to guarantee an interview to the disabled candidate as well as needing to make any reasonable adjustments you require so that we may assist you to participate in the selection process, for example, a disabled persons’ car parking space, a British Sign Language Interpreter or information in another format.

How to apply

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:40:07 GMT

How to Apply

Once you have reviewed our current vacancies and determined whether there are any relevant to your skills and qualifications you can apply by downloading an application form and sending it via email to Vacancy@dmu.ac.uk.

Click here to download an Application form

Please note that CVs will only be accepted in support of a fully completed application form.

Essentials to consider when applying

Examine the duties detailed within the job description and the skills, experience and competencies required within the person specification carefully.

The person specification will have a list of essential and desirable levels of skill and competencies for the role. The essential criteria sets out the minimum requirements for an applicant to be shortlisted. If you do not demonstrate in your application how you fully meet the essential criteria you will not be shortlisted.

The desirable criteria sets out the levels of skill and competencies which will be possessed by a good applicant. If relevant it is important that you demonstrate how you meet any of the desirable criteria.

Once submitted to the University, all applications are assessed on the extent to which they meet both the essential and desirable requirements. The decision to shortlist applications is based only on the information you provide. You must include clear evidence of how you feel you meet the specific requirements of the job, as detailed in the job description and person specification. You can include this in the "Further information" section of the application form. Should you wish to, you can attach supporting statements and/or a copy of your CV.

In your application and if applicable at interview use examples of your previous experiences to demonstrate your competence, skills, knowledge and experience. Include any relevant experience you have gained from your current or any previous jobs, community, voluntary or leisure interests, or other experiences from your daily life.

The University is committed to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet all the minimum essential criteria for a job vacancy and will consider them on their abilities. This is indicated by the use of the two ticks disability symbol.

Applications

All of De Montfort Universities vacancies are advertised on our website. Our preferred method of receiving applications is via email to Vacancy@dmu.ac.uk. Alternatively if you wish please send your application to:

The HR Department

De Montfort University

The Gateway

Leicester

LE1 9BH

If you require an application form or any other documentation in an alternative format please contact us with your requirements.

Migrant Workers

If you are not a UK national, or from the European Community, you will need permission to work in the UK. A Certificate of Sponsorship will be required for applicants from outside the EEA.

An employer will not be able to get a Certificate of Sponsorship for an applicant if the post can be filled by a UK or EEA resident. It is therefore unlikely that an applicant from outside the EEA will be considered unless the post is classed as a shortage occupation or we have been unable to appoint someone from within the EEA. If you are made an offer of employment, we will need to apply for a Certificate of Sponsorship on your behalf and require you to provide all the relevant information and Documentation required in a timely manner.

Data Protection

Your application will only be shared with people involved in the recruitment process and will be held on file for 12 months.

Equal Opportunities

Contact Us

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If you have any queries with regards to applying for position at De Montfort University please first click here to view our FAQs.

If you can’t find your answer on our FAQs page, then please contact us via:

Email at: Vacancy@dmu.ac.uk

Or alternatively

Phone: 0116 250 6018

Recruitment agencies

De Montfort University only uses recruitment agencies that have been awarded contracts through the Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium. If you are interested in tendering for future business please visit their website.

Speculative applications

Due to the volume of recruitment we undertake we are unable to accept speculative applications.

If you are contacting us with regards to an application that you have submitted please note that if you have not been contacted within 3 weeks your application has not been successful.

Rewards and Benefits

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:27:04 GMT

At DMU we are committed to creating an environment where our employees enjoy working. We strive to reward and recognise your contributions but also recognise and support your life beyond work.

·         We provide competitive pay and benefits

·         We care about you and your working environment

·         We will strive to help you have the right work-life balance

The Top 10 reasons to be part of our team at DMU!

Competitive Pay

Generous annual leave entitlements

Generous Pension Schemes

Tax Savings Schemes

Commitment to Equality and Diversity

Work-life balance working options

Health and Wellbeing Services

Excellent Development opportunities

Central location

Library Membership

Competitive Pay

Our aim is to attract and retain the best skills and we therefore offer competitive salaries across the organisation.

Other than for Senior Staff posts, each role falls within a grade on the ‘single pay spine’ and appointments are made according to the particular skills, knowledge and experience you bring to the role. There is an opportunity to receive annual increments, as per the conditions of the ‘single pay spine’.

There are separate arrangement for senior staff remuneration, details of which are provided to relevant candidates

Generous annual leave entitlements

DMU offer excellent holiday benefits which include statutory, extra statutory and concessionary days. Our holiday year runs from 1^st September to 31^st August. Your entitlement will depend on your role as detailed below:

Senior staff – 35 days

Academic and Research staff – 35 days

Research Assistant – 30 days

Support staff – between 20 and 23 days depending on your grade, an extra 5 days is given for employees with over 5 years service ( pro rata)

Additional to this you will also be entitled to 13 days statutory, extra statutory and concessionary days pro rata, per annum. The concessionary days mean that the university is closed between Xmas and New Year and has an extra days leave at Easter and the May Bank Holiday.

Generous Pension Schemes

There are two main Pension Schemes operating within DMU, both of which offer excellent benefits, all employees have access to a scheme relevant to their role.

Academic Staff - The Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS)

The TPS is a defined benefits ‘final salary’ scheme and currently your contribution would be 6.4% of your pensionable salary. DMU pays the balance of the cost of providing your benefits. The scheme is primarily aimed at those who are in a teaching profession. Membership is automatic if you are eligible, but it is possible to opt out.

Support Staff - The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

The LGPS is available to all support employees at DMU, you will automatically become a member of the LGPS unless you opt not to join or you have previously opted out, or you are a casual employee.

Your contribution is banded dependant on your full time salary currently between 5.5% and 7.5% of your pensionable earnings. The LGPS is a defined benefits ‘final salary’ scheme. DMU pays the balance of the cost of providing your benefits.

You will receive further details of the relevant scheme in your Induction pack.

Tax Savings Schemes

We operate a Childcare Voucher Scheme via an external provider – Computershare. Employees may be eligible to “sacrifice” part of their salary in return for savings in National Insurance and Tax. Depending on their earnings, employees can make up to approximately £1100 p.a. savings in National Insurance and Tax. More information can be found on the Computershare website and will be included in your Induction Pack.

Commitment to Equality and Diversity

With a genuine commitment to equality of opportunity for staff and students, we aim to employ a representative workforce.

Work-life balance working options

We offer a range of options to ensure that our employees benefit from a healthy work/life balance. Depending on your role and responsibilities you may be able to participate in the following options:

These include:

Part-time hours

Job share

Flexible hours e.g. 9 day fortnights

Term-time contracts

Flexible retirement

Maternity leave

Adoption leave

Parental leave

Career breaks

Sabbaticals

Study leave

Compassionate leave

Carer leave

Health and Wellbeing

DMU recognises and accepts its responsibility as an employer to protect the health, safety and welfare of its employees. This duty of care extends to mental and physical health at work. The University is committed to encouraging a positive and supportive environment which promotes the wellbeing of all employees. Further information can be found in our Work and Wellbeing Booklet available from the Human Resources Department, We also offer employees access to the following services:

Health Checks

Cholesterol tests, blood pressure, resting pulse rate, fat analysis/body mass index, lung function tests, allergy & dermatitis checks, audiometry and general health discussions are all available, free of charge to all employees, from our Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing Department.

Personal Healthcare Scheme

When you begin your employment with DMU you are entitled to join, at your own expense, the British Universities Private Medical Insurance Plan. If you apply to join the scheme within thirty days of commencing your employment with DMU, your application will be accepted automatically and with no personal medical exclusions. If you join later than this, acceptance is still automatic but pre-existing medical conditions will be excluded from benefit for the first two years.

Sports Centre discount

DMU employees can gain 12 months' membership of the John Sandford Sports Centre at a reduced rate. Please visit the Sport & Recreation website for further information, including all current membership rates, details of which will be included in your Induction Pack.

Development opportunities

As a new employee, whatever your role, you will receive an Induction Pack and be invited to our corporate DMU Induction session. During your probationary period, we will give you feedback on a regular basis so that you know how you are progressing and to ensure you get the support you need to succeed.

As soon as possible, you will take part in the Annual Achievement and Development Review (ADR) process appropriate to your role to identify your development needs and objectives beyond the probationary period.

We have a wealth of training courses and development opportunities at DMU and encourage our employees to undertake training and development, appropriate to their role.

Our Faculties also organise a number of theatre, dance productions, presentations and distinguished lecturers throughout the academic year to which employees are welcome.

Central location

DMU has an excellent location, right in the centre of Leicester. It is within walking distance of all public transport links and has close proximity to the Highcross Shopping Centre.

Free Library Membership

Employees are entitled to borrow materials from the Library to support their teaching and research, allowing them to loan most books until the end of the academic year.

Step by Step Guide

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Step by step

Step 1 register

step 2 login

step 3 apply

etc etc

Jobs at DMU

Thu, 06 May 2010 11:25:16 GMT

As an innovative and dynamic University with ambitious plans for growth, we are always keen to attract people who share our vision. All of our current vacancies are featured here and you will find job descriptions and person specifications for them. Academic vacancies within our faculties are listed here as well as the administrative opportunities that exist across our University.

If you experience problems submitting your application via email, this may be due to your email being blocked by a spam filter, in which case you should receive an email informing you that the email was not delivered. If this does occur please either send your application using an alternative email address or send a hard copy to The Human Resources Department, De Montfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH. All applications must be received by midnight on the relevant closing date.

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 20:31:34 GMT

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Reference No: 6390

Job title: Senior Lecturer: Children’s Nursing

Salary: £34,607-£43,840 pa (pro rata) 0.6 FTE Fixed term for 2 years

Faculty: Health & Life Sciences

>>> Further Information
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Reference No: 6390

Job title: Senior Lecturer: Children’s Nursing

Salary: £34,607-£43,840 pa (pro rata) 0.6 FTE Fixed term for 2 years

Faculty: Health & Life Sciences

>>> Further Information
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Reference No: 6390

Job title: Senior Lecturer: Children’s Nursing

Salary: £34,607-£43,840 pa (pro rata) 0.6 FTE Fixed term for 2 years

Create Profile

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 10:23:09 GMT

This section of the Website is currently under construction.

When live, you will be able to create a profile which will enable you to manage your applications online.

Thank you for your patience while we are making this happen.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:40:41 GMT

Vice-Chancellor Vacancy

Contemporary and dynamic, De Montfort University has a culture that is typified by energy and creativity, determination and ambition, together with a strong sense of identity and purpose. For our students, whether as a pharmacist or journalist, contour fashion designer or photographer, computer system engineer or HR expert, De Montfort University offers a breadth and depth of exceptional courses across creative and professional disciplines. The University has a strong and embedded research culture, achieving world class results in each of the five faculties, through the work of over 50 specialist groups and institutes.

At the heart of the city of Leicester, De Montfort University is one of the most successful institutions of engagement with its local and regional community and our work has a major impact on the economic, social and cultural life in Leicestershire, across the East Midlands and beyond. The University is in the final stages of its £190 million investment programme which has transformed its campus and produced state-of-the-art academic facilities.

The present Vice-Chancellor, Professor Philip Tasker, is to retire in August 2010, at the end of his highly successful tenure. The Board of Governors are therefore seeking an exceptional leader with considerable vision and flair, as well as significant strategic, operational and organisational expertise, to help shape and lead the University through the next phase of its evolution.

Information on the role is available here

To apply and for further information about the role, including a detailed person specification, please download the appointment details via the Perrett Laver website at www.perrettlaver.com/candidates quoting reference 0559. Applicants are asked to provide full daytime and evening contact details.

Formal interviews will take place week commencing 25 January 2010.

Applications must be made to Perrett Laver and not via our standard application form.

Message from our HR Director

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:21:03 GMT

Message from the Director of Human Resources

"Welcome to the Job Vacancies site at De Montfort University.

At De Montfort University, we are committed to providing the highest quality academic and working environment where all staff, students and visitors are welcomed.

We want to ensure that the recruitment and selection process is fair, consistent and effective. We will not discriminate, unlawfully, in the provision of employment opportunities. We have provided both the tools to complete your applications and some guidelines to start you on your way.

We hope you find the website easy to use and find a vacancy to suit you. Our vacancies are updated weekly, so if you don’t find anything here today to suit you, please visit us again."

If you need any further information, please contact the Human Resources team on 0116 2506018 or email vacancy@dmu.ac.uk

Applicant Guidelines

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:25:23 GMT

We hope that the following guidelines will be of assistance. Please take a few minutes to read them before completing your application form.

General Advice

Complete all parts of the application form. All questions must be answered for your form to be accepted. The information will be used for shortlisting.
Submit your application form by the closing date as your application will not be considered if it is received after the closing date.
If you feel that you require an extension, this will only be considered on the grounds of a disability. In these circumstances you must contact the HR department to make arrangements prior to the closing date.
As we shortlist using the Person Specification and Job description, we do not advise you to send a CV as you may not cover the detail required to ensure you are successfully shortlisted. However if your CV covers aspects too lengthy to appear on the application form, i.e. publications or research that you have been involved in, please feel free to attach your CV in addition to the application form.

Further Information to support your application

You should refer to the person specification and job description when filling in this information. You need to ensure you demonstrate how you meet the criteria in each area. Supporting information can be anything that is not already covered by the questions on the form. Please use the form and do not send in CV’s.

This includes:

Further explanation of your duties and responsibilities in your current (and previous) roles, which may be relevant to the post for which you are applying.
More information about your skills, knowledge or experience
Explanation of apparent gaps in your career profile, as these will usually be discussed at interview.
Description of voluntary work
Additional information about research experience (Academic, Research or Senior Posts)
Additional information about publications or presentations you have been involved in. (Academic, Research or Senior Posts)
Plus any other information you think supports your application.

References

It is most important that you supply the names and addresses of two referees and a telephone number where possible.
It is vital that you inform your referee that we will be taking references once this has been confirmed, this will ensure we are able to process your application quickly as possible.
At least one referee should be your present or most recent employer, wherever possible the second referee should also be a previous employer.
In certain circumstances we may be able to accept other referees, if they are able to comment on your ability to perform the job you are applying for e.g. referees from voluntary work, course tutors, teachers etc.
If you do not wish us to contact your referee prior to interview, please mark the relevant box.

National Insurance Number

It is important we have your National Insurance Number for administrative purposes.

Migrant Workers

If you are not a UK national, or from the European Community, you will need permission to work in the UK. A Certificate of Sponsorship will be required for applicants from outside the EEA.
An employer will not be able to get a Certificate of Sponsorship for an applicant if the post can be filled by a UK or EEA resident.
If you are made an offer of employment, we will need to apply for a Certificate of Sponsorship on your behalf and require you to provide all the relevant information and Documentation required in a timely manner.

Data Protection

Your application will only be shared with people involved in the recruitment process and will be held on file for 12 months.

Equal Opportunities

The policy of De Montfort is that no person should be discriminated against by reason of their race, colour, ethnic or national origin, nationality, religious belief, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, hours of work, disability or union membership/non membership. Please can you complete the enclosed equal opportunities form for monitoring purposes.

If you have a disability we will make any necessary arrangements to ensure you are able to attend an interview if selected. Please let us know on the application forms any adjustments that are necessary to make this possible.

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:54:18 GMT

About Leicester

Content to go here.

The Location

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:07:04 GMT

De Montfort University is one of the largest universities in the UK with over 20,000 students at its centre in Leicester, offering a high quality of life with relatively low cost of living.