Reward and Benefits
The University encourages, recognises and rewards excellence in its staff. The information contained within this section of the Human Resources website details the reward policies and procedures which support this.
A separate annual process covers promotion opportunities for academic staff.
The University also recognises that an employee's role may develop or grow over time as requirements and expectations change. In such circumstances, a case can be made for the job to be regraded.
There are a range of varied benefits available to employees of the University. Further detailed information about some of the specific benefits of working at the University of Reading can be found here:
- Annual leave, public holidays and closure days
- Childcare
- Pensions
- SportsPark
- Staff Training and Development
- Employee Health and Well-being Policy (PDF 124KB)
- Recourse, an independent charity, bringing support services to staff in Higher Education
- Preferential rates for staff on private purchases from the University's contracted suppliers