Appointments of more than six months can be on a fixed-term or open basis and should be appointed in line with our recruitment policy. Guidance is available on how to recruit.

Fixed-term or open contract?

Fixed-term means the contract will come to an end on a particular date, after a certain event or on completion of a task. The reason for using a fixed term contract as opposed to an open contract must be given, and careful consideration should be given as to why the role can not be appointed to on an open basis.

If you make a fixed-term appointment, you should be aware of the arrangements at York for the management of fixed-term contracts.

Open contracts should be used where there is a reasonable expectation that the role will be required on an ongoing basis.