Life at the University
Here at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), we strive to ensure that all employees feel they are valued and important members of the wider University community. Our employees play a crucial role in allowing the University to fulfil its goals, and we aim to provide a satisfying working environment - in which people are happy and motivated.
Our values
The University Values define a framework for the decisions, action and behaviour and they are a promise to people about how they will be treated.
- Common Sense
We are empowered to use judgement to do the right thing. - Compassion
We treat students, staff and the wider community with consideration, care and honesty. - Teamwork
We think and act together, valuing collective as highly as individual achievements. - Attention to Detail
We take personal and professional pride in the quality of our work. - Trust
We rely on each other, showing respect and integrity in all our activities.
"The university continues to offer me the same development opportunities as an employee as it did as a student."
— Jennifer Deighton, Staff member and current student
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Benefits
Whilst working at the University, you will enjoy a number of excellent rewards and benefits, as well as the support to ensure you progress and develop in your role.
- Flexible working
We operate a flexible working hour's scheme for most support roles, as well as generous annual leave. - Training and development
We deliver many learning and development opportunities and encourage staff progression. - Pension scheme
You'll be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme or the Teachers' Pension Scheme. - Discounted travel
We offer a range of travel discounts to staff to reduce your travel costs. We also work in conjunction with CycleScheme. - Pre-School Centre
You'll have access to our high quality, Ofsted regulated pre-school and nursery, to help with childcare. - Staff Network Groups
We have supported the establishment of four Staff Network Groups concerned with equality and diversity.
Discover our campuses
Masterplan
In 2015, the University announced its intention to create historic and transformational change at its Preston Campus through a £200 million Campus Masterplan development. The delivery of the first phase, including new buildings, green spaces, class-leading technologies and infrastructure has now moved from a planning phase to development.
At the heart of the scheme is a new Student Centre linked with a new public square which will draw together the University with the City like never before. The long-term vision is to spark a major focus on regeneration and business investment in the University quarter, reinforce the University’s ties to the local community and create wider benefits for Preston and beyond.
The opening of the £32 million Engineering Innovation Centre (EIC) is a major milestone in the completion Campus Masterplan, alongside two new Social Spaces facilities which will improve the campus experience and provide a place for staff and students to come together in a relaxed environment.