Appraisals, training and development

Supporting your team's development is an important part of your role as a line manager.

This page brings together resources to help you manage appraisals, set objectives, support staff development and access training for yourself as a line manager.

Appraisals

Every member of staff should have a yearly appraisal carried out towards the end of the academic year between the months of June and August. For new starters, you should ensure an appraisal, including objective setting and any agreed development, is carried out within their first six months, regardless of the length of their probation.

Your role as a line manager

Appraisals provide an opportunity to:

  • review performance and progress
  • set objectives
  • discuss development needs
  • consider career aspirations
  • agree appropriate development activity

Actus

Actus is the University's online platform for managing appraisals, objectives, development, career aspirations and probation records.

Supporting your team's development

Organisational Development provides resources, training and support for all staff, including guidance on conducting appraisals and using Actus.

LinkedIn Learning

LJMU staff have access to LinkedIn Learning, with a wide range of online courses covering professional, technical and personal development.

Training for you as a line manager

LJMU LEAD Programme

The LJMU Leadership Enhancement and Development (LEAD) Programme supports the skills, knowledge and mindset of current and future leaders, combining practical tools with opportunities for reflection and networking.

Find out more about the LEAD Programme.

Core management workshops

These workshops, delivered by HR Business Partners, provide practical HR tools, skills and awareness of key HR policies.

They should be completed within your first 6–12 months as a new line manager, or used as a refresher.

The sessions include:

  • Managing People at LJMU – introductory session; ideally start here
  • Recruitment and Selection Training with Hireserve demonstrations – mandatory for all staff involved in recruitment
  • Supporting Attendance and Wellbeing
  • Effective Career Development and Performance Management at LJMU
  • Resolving Workplace Conflict
Register for management training