Banding Process

The banding process gives Level 7 academic staff the opportunity to apply to be banded by taking into account the staff individual's career profile and academic framework.

The banding process is applicable to the Level 7 research and teaching (R&T) job family.

Full details of the banding process can be found in the banding guidance.

 

Key forms and guidance


Timetable for the 2025/2026 banding process

ActivityTimeline
Email to staff letting them know the deadline for submitting applications October 2025
Level 7 banding applications deadline 12 January 2026
Head of School statements 31 January 2026
Faculty committee meetings deadline* 31 March 2026
Data collection ready for University panels 30 April 2026
Senior banding committee deadline 31 May 2026
Confirmation of outcomes June 2026
Effective date of change 1 August 2026
* Note: Faculties can hold a local pre-committee prior to the deadline above, but it is not mandatory  

 

Last edited Sep 05, 2025