The Refreshed PDR Approach is Live!

Posted on Tuesday 9 June 2026

Browse our updated HR web pages to watch the framework introduction video and access your new resources.

Explore the Performance and development web pages

What’s changed?

• No surprises: Whilst there will still be an annual PDR meeting, the new approach aspires to create a culture of regular year round check-ins. This continuous conversation approach takes the pressure off the annual PDR meeting. It provides space for ongoing feedback and support as and when it's needed rather than saving everything up for the annual discussion. 
• Quality conversations: Ratings have been removed* to leave space for more constructive feedback and open conversations.
• The how as well as the what: The new approach encourages teams to use the Community Without Limits Framework as a reflective tool. Encouraging individuals to think about the aspects of the framework they champion within the workplace. 
• Big picture approach: We’re encouraging a clearer link between individual objectives and broad University goals to give colleagues a greater sense of how their work contributes to the bigger picture.  

Get started

Explore the new PDR pages and the dedicated learning pathways. The reviewer pathway (for managers) is live now, and the reviewee pathway (for all staff) will be launching over the coming weeks.

In the meantime, all staff can watch the introductory video and prepare for the upcoming cycle by visiting the Annual PDR overview page.

• Annual PDR overview (for everyone)
• Reviewer learning pathway (for managers)

Key dates: The PDR window officially opens on 1st July 2026 and runs through to 31st October 2026.

* Individuals who are in the senior management pay group will continue to use ratings as part of their PDR process.