The appraisal window for Level 7 staff is open from 1 September 2022 to 31 December 2022.
We recommend putting your appraisal meeting in the diary now, to allow you both time to prepare in advance and write up any notes afterwards. Everyone should have an appraisal and all appraisals need to be completed before the deadline. Completion rates will continue to be reported.
Changes to Appraisal for Level 7
There will be a gradual transition towards the new appraisal process, to align everyone at all Levels onto one new process and timeline.
- Hold appraisal conversations between September-December 2022 (your next appraisal conversations will take place in summer 2023).
- Use the numerical ratings for the final time (next year they will be replaced with four new contribution descriptors).
- Agree objectives for an 11-month period, starting in September 2022 ending in July 2023.
Holding Appraisals
It is recommended that all Level 7 staff put their appraisal meeting in their diary now, to:
- Review contribution from 1 September 2021 to 31 August 2022.
- Agree objectives for the time ahead between 1 September 2022 to 31 July 2023.
Having quality appraisal conversations remains key to: investing in and supporting people with their development, recognising what has gone well and setting clear direction through objectives for the year ahead.
The appraisal discussion should be recorded in the online appraisal form in MyHR Dashboard.
Training
Online training is available for all level 7 staff, both appraisers and appraisees, via Blackboard.
For appraisers, a facilitated training discussion is available to support you. To find out more or book, contact Leadership and Management Development team.
Useful Links
- Appraisal Guidance on SharePoint
- Changes to Appraisal and PPDR process
- AskHR
- Book onto Level 7 Line Manager Development Programme
