2. Definitions
2.1. Hybrid working. A type of flexible working that focusses on the location in which work is undertaken, with some work being undertaken in the workplace and some work being undertaken in an agreed remote working environment.
2.2. University workspace. The office, laboratory, desk and/or other such space in/at which the individual normally works in their principal place of work (as stated on their Schedule of Employment). This does not include any rooms or other spaces provided by the Colleges in connection with fellowship or supervisory responsibilities.
2.3. Remote working environment. The place where remote working is undertaken. Under this Policy, the remote working environment will be based within the UK. It is anticipated that this will normally be an individual’s home but could also include College rooms and spaces or a non-University flexible workspace. The process for agreeing hybrid working arrangements, including the normal remote working environment, is included in section 6.1.
2.4. Tasks. This refers to the components of an individual’s role, which determine their ability to work in a hybrid way for the purpose of this Policy.
2.5. Line manager. For the purpose of this Policy, “line manager” includes not only individuals who are designated as such but those in equivalent roles with responsibility for the supervision or work of another colleague, for example a Departmental Administrator, Principal Investigator or Head of Institution.
2.6. Staff. For the purpose of this Policy, “staff” includes all University employees (including academic staff) and workers.