The University of Sheffield
Staff Survey

Articles in Overview

June 2013

Mike HounslowThe Third Degree - Professor Mike Hounslow

Crunchy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside…not a description of our pro-vice-chancellor, but of his favourite comfort food, fresh bread. He’s also pretty keen on engineering.

April 2013

Shaping our futureShaping our future - how you can get involved

Be ambitious, be innovative. Let’s work together to use the University’s Strategic Plan as a practical tool to make our ambitions a reality.

Gill ValentineHow did I get here? - Professor Gill Valentine

Gill chose Sheffield because she was inspired by a university where values still matter. She's also inspired by Charlie's Angels, but how did she get from 'Darkest Essex' to Sheffield?

icoss_overviewImproving Staff Engagement in Social Sciences

We caught up with the Faculty of Social Sciences to find out what the Staff Survey results told them and what actions they’ve taken.

February 2013

RegistrarA Day in the Life - Dr Philip Harvey

Dr Philip Harvey is responsible for all operations in Professional Services. But what does the Registrar actually do? The man himself reveals all.

Helen DingleThe Third Degree - Helen Dingle, Director of Finance

What do a chicken dinner, a gold satin blouse, a skiing trip to the French Alps and Paddington Bear have in common? Answer: They’re all responses given by Helen Dingle!

HR StaffStaff Survey - HR say hurrah!

There’s a lot of work going on across the University to understand and take action on the results of the 2012 Staff Survey. This month we find out what Human Resources (HR) has been doing with its results.

October 2012

Tony StrikeMy worklife balance - Dr Tony Strike

Find out why Tony can be found paddling the River Don at weekends and what he has to say about Sheffield and its civic pride.

50 ideasStaff Survey update - proud and loyal advocates

Over the coming months your department heads will be working with you to share the Staff Survey results. You will be involved in reaching a better understanding of your own department-specific results, celebrating the areas where you were most positive, exploring how things could be further improved and investigating issues that require further action.

April 2012

HRStaff Survey 2012

Andy Dodman, Director of Human Resources, introduces the Staff Survey 2012.