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We needed to improve the working culture in RDM

The results from the staff survey influenced University and departmental decisions to take forward the following initiatives:

The Medical Sciences Division launched its Mediation Service in 2025. The service is open to all members of staff and students in the Medical Sciences Division who find themselves in conflict with another member of staff or student.

The Medical Sciences Division delivered neurodivergence awareness training to the HR community as a first step at making our departments more neuro-inclusive.

RDM continues to champion the RDM Respectful Behaviours Framework, which supplements University policies on anti-bullying and harassment. Work continues to further embed the Framework into the culture of RDM. This includes promoting its use as a practical tool to help RDM members recognise valued behaviours that ensure our Department is a rewarding and enjoyable place to work and study.

The results from the staff survey influenced our decision to improve our governance through new roles and revamped committees. This puts us in a strong position to take meaningful action to support staff and students in the future.

The 2025 survey

The Staff Experience Survey 2025 is launching on 31 March.

All members of staff will receive an email from People Insight inviting you to take part in the survey. You will have three weeks to respond and it is anonymous.

Keep a look-out in the Weekly Bulletin for updates and further information.

Survey impact on our EDI actions

Responses from the previous Staff Experience Survey were used to develop the themes and actions for the new Athena Swan / EDI action plan. Within the new plan, there are multiple actions which will be monitored for success via responses to the next survey.