HOW TO BECOME A CASUAL WORKER
Summary
This article includes how to submit a request to become a Casual Worker.
Work should not start until a Right to Work has been completed either with your Faculty/School team or People Services.
Key Information and Supporting Policies and Procedures
At the University of Manchester, casual workers are engaged for short-term, flexible roles that support various departments and services. These positions are typically employed for up to 13 weeks (one year for Ambassadors) and are ideal for individuals seeking temporary work without a long-term commitment.
Common Roles for Casual Workers
Casual staff are employed across multiple areas of the university, including:
- Examination Invigilators: Assisting during exam periods to ensure smooth administration and adherence to regulations.
- Event Support Staff: Providing assistance during events, conferences, and other university activities.
- Library Assistants: Supporting library operations, including shelving, cataloguing, and assisting library users.
- Sports Centre Assistants and Fitness Instructors: Working at facilities like the Armitage Sports Centre, assisting with sports activities and fitness sessions.UoM Sport
- Administrative Support: Performing clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, and general office duties.
- Student Ambassadors and Peer Mentors: Engaging with prospective students and providing guidance to peers. Ambassador is a one-year appointment and is available in each faculty.
- Research Assistants: As required by Mentors/PIs with available grants
Key Characteristics of Casual Employment
- Flexibility: Casual workers have no obligation to accept work, and the university has no obligation to provide work.
- Short-Term Engagement: Positions are typically for up to 13 weeks, suitable for covering peak periods or specific projects.
- Payment: Casual workers are paid monthly in arrears for the hours worked, with deductions for tax and National Insurance as applicable.
- No Continuous Employment Rights: Casual staff do not accrue continuous employment rights, and their engagement ends automatically after the agreed period.
Recruitment Process for Students
To become a casual worker, students typically need to:
- Application: Apply for advertised casual positions through Faculty/School recruitment portals. Be aware application process differs between schools
- Right to Work: This is verification of your right to work in the United Kingdom (passport/share code). This check can be completed by the school/faculty or by People Services. This check must be completed before working, including any training.
- Induction and Training: You must undergo any required induction or training specific to the role. Your Casual employer will be responsible for ensuring this training is given.
- Documentation: Along with the Right to Work check, you will receive an Appointment Letter by email from People Services with instruction to complete personal & pay details in MyView. You will require your usual university login details and DUO. Reply to People Services email when this is done.
- Timesheets: Hours worked will be submitted on CAS4 Timesheet form by the relevant deadline to Faculty/School administrators for submission onto the Casual’s Timesheet system. Schools will need to receive these forms by 5th of each month to be in time for payroll deadline.
If you're interested in applying for a casual role, it's advisable to regularly check the university's recruitment portals and contact the relevant department for upcoming opportunities.