Prospective staff

Our offer process

Once the interviews are complete, the panel will select a preferred candidate and issue either an unconditional or conditional offer of employment. A conditional offer would be issued when employment checks are outstanding; for example, satisfactory references. 

We will ask you to accept the offer by signing the offer letter through our Onboarding portal. If you are relocating from another country, we will consider visa options prior to confirming an offer. If visa sponsorship is possible, we will start the process of requesting a certificate of sponsorship on your behalf, although you may still need to obtain a Visa or other permit to remain in the UK. Please see our International Staff pages for more information. 

You will be asked to complete a new starter health questionnaire. This is an opportunity for colleagues and their managers to receive support and advice from the Occupational Health Service, and your responses will only be accessible to the University’s Occupational Health team. Information disclosed will be held confidentially. 

If you have a remote or hybrid-working contract, please ensure you have read our guidance on home working and speak to your line manager if you have any questions or concerns.  

Relocation allowance is on a case-by-case basis and completely depends on individual circumstances. However, as a general rule, you must be paid on a grade E or above and you must live more than 1 hour away from the University work location specified in your contract. For more in-depth information on what is involved and eligibility see our relocation assistance scheme webpage. 

Screening and pre-employment checks 

Before commencing work with the University, there are some screening and pre-employment checks that all staff must complete and some that need to be completed depending on the role.  

Screening during the recruitment process

  • At application stage, we request a CV and/or application form, and this should provide full employment and educational history. 
  • At interview we will ask about your motivation to join and work for the University of Exeter. 
  • A minimum of two references will be requested. Referees will be asked to comment on the suitability of the role for which you have applied. 
  • Your Right to Work in the UK and your identity will be confirmed by sight of original official documents such as a Passport: Proof of right to work 
  • Original documents relating to all professional qualifications required to fulfil the post should be supplied. 

Role dependent screening