Senior PDR This group consists of; the Executive, Pro Vice Chancellors/Deans of College, Heads of School, Executive Directors, Directors Associate Directors and Heads of Services. Professorial PDR for professors for the majority of UoS employees General PDR – Line Managers/PDR Reviewers/all employees Policy users: Detail of Policy Purpose The University has consolidated its approach to performance management from end to end. The University of Salford recognises the contribution of its colleagues in delivering its vision and strategic goals. Effective performance management also provides a clear, consistent and cohesive process for managing employees and setting expectations required, whilst supporting their personal development, helping them to achieve their targets and ultimately driving employee satisfaction and engagement. The Performance Development Review policy and procedure has therefore been adopted by the University to provide a framework for supporting employees and Line Manager/PDR Reviewers with people management responsibility through the process of performance management and development. In addition it is recognised that members of senior management have the lead role to play in setting and maintaining a performance culture at the University, and in driving through the changes that will enable the University to achieve its mission and strategic plan. Managing performance at the most senior levels in the University sets the tone for the performance dialogue elsewhere in the University. Aims and Objectives The aims and objectives of the PDR process are: To facilitate the process of setting SMART objectives, ensuring a link to the University’s vision and strategic goals To help motivate individuals by providing support, feedback and guidance in respect of their contribution and personal development To help to support ongoing, constructive and open dialogue between employees and their line managers To sustain a culture of continuous improvement Guiding Principles The following guiding principles underpin the UoS PDR process and should be observed in order to maximise overall benefit for the University and its employees:
Senior PDR This group consists of; the Executive, Pro Vice Chancellors/Deans of College, Heads of School, Executive Directors, Directors Associate Directors and Heads of Services. Professorial PDR for professors General PDR – for the majority of UoS employees Policy users: Line Managers/PDR Reviewers/all employees Detail of Policy Purpose The University has consolidated its approach to performance management from end to end. The University of Salford recognises the contribution of its colleagues in delivering its vision and strategic goals. Effective performance management also provides a clear, consistent and cohesive process for managing employees and setting expectations required, whilst supporting their personal development, helping them to achieve their targets and ultimately driving employee satisfaction and engagement. The Performance Development Review policy and procedure has therefore been adopted by the University to provide a framework for supporting employees and Line Manager/PDR Reviewers with people management responsibility through the process of performance management and development. In addition it is recognised that members of senior management have the lead role to play in setting and maintaining a performance culture at the University, and in driving through the changes that will enable the University to achieve its mission and strategic plan. Managing performance at the most senior levels in the University sets the tone for the performance dialogue elsewhere in the University. Aims and Objectives The aims and objectives of the PDR process are: To facilitate the process of setting SMART objectives, ensuring a link to the University’s vision and strategic goals To help motivate individuals by providing support, feedback and guidance in respect of their contribution and personal development To help to support ongoing, constructive and open dialogue between employees and their line managers To sustain a culture of continuous improvement Guiding Principles The following guiding principles underpin the UoS PDR process and should be observed in order to maximise overall benefit for the University and its employees:
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