Best University Workplace
In 2014, we were named Times Higher Education (THE) Best University Workplace. The University claimed top spot in every one of the four key areas which were covered in a survey sent out to staff at higher education institutions across the country.
Results
โI would recommend working at my universityโ
- University of Huddersfield - 91
- University of Kent - 87
- University College London - 86
- Newcastle University - 85
- University of Sheffield - 80
โThe leadership of my university is performing wellโ
- University of Huddersfield - 92
- Newcastle University - 78
- University of Sunderland - 72
- University of Sheffield - 64
- University College London - 63
โMy work responsibilities allow for a healthy work-life balanceโ
- University of Huddersfield - 76
- Bath Spa University - 68
- Newcastle University - 67
- University of Manchester - 63 = University of Sunderland - 63
โMy university offers a fair deal to its employees in terms of working conditions and benefitsโ
- 1. University of Huddersfield - 91
- =2. Liverpool John Moores University - 88 = University of Sunderland - 88
- Newcastle University - 85
- University of Kent - 84
Note: numbers are a % of respondents who agreed with each statement.
A word from the Vice-Chancellor
The Universityโs Vice-Chancellor, Professor Bob Cryan, was delighted with the result: โIt has made me very proud indeed. Our staff are our biggest asset and hugely important to the success of the University. Time and time again I have seen them go the extra mile for their students, which is what itโs all about. So itโs pleasing to know that they are happy in their work and in the direction that the University is heading.'