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Hybrid working

Working full-time at the University of Sheffield equates to 35 hours per week. To help you deliver your work more effectively, where possible you can split your time between working on campus and remotely.  Additionally, we offer part-time and flexible working opportunities, which will be stated on the job description if available.

Family friendly policies

To support a work-life balance, we offer parental leave, maternity/adoption and paid time off for emergency caring responsibilities which go above statutory entitlements.

Annual leave

The amount of annual leave you are entitled to is dependent on your grade:

  • 27 days pro rata for grades 1 to 6
  • 30 days pro rata for grades 7 to 9

In addition to 8 bank holidays, you’ll benefit from the three days between Christmas and new year when the University closes (pro rata for part-time staff).

Additional annual leave

You have the option of purchasing up to 10 additional days annual leave each year (pro rata for part time staff). The cost is spread over 12 months.

A remarkable place to work

We're one of the UK's best not-for-profit places to work, according to the Sunday Times' ranking of Britain’s happiest and most motivated workforces.

A global reputation

Sheffield is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're a member of the Russell Group: one of the 24 leading UK universities for research and teaching.