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Registering for Work on Campus

How to register as a casual student worker for work opportunities on campus.

Registering with Unitemps

The University is moving from the My Working Hours App to a new, University-run service called Unitemps, based in the Careers Service. Find out more.

If you have received an email inviting you to register with Unitemps, please see the frequently asked questions (FAQs) below.

How do I register with Unitemps?

If you have a planned role, you will receive an email to your University inbox with full instructions on how to register with Unitemps.

To ensure a smooth transition, please complete the registration and onboarding process as soon as possible.

What happens after I create my Unitemps account?

You will be contacted in due course with an email invitation to register for your assigned role. Creating your Unitemps account in advance will help speed up this process.

You will also receive further instructions on how to complete your onboarding, including how to carry out your Eligibility to Work check.

Why do I need to upload a CV and two references as part of the onboarding process?

This is a standard requirement for all Unitemps roles, even if you are already in post. You will not be able to proceed with the onboarding process unless you upload a CV and enter details of two references.

To avoid delays, we recommend uploading a basic CV and entering reference details for now. You can update these later, and they will not affect your current role.

Who can I list as a reference?

You can list a range of people as references, such as:

  • Your manager
  • A previous employer
  • An academic staff member

If needed, you can enter details like a friend or family member to complete the process — this will not affect your current role.

Will Unitemps contact my referees?

No. References are not routinely requested or checked. Referees will only be contacted if this is specifically required for a role you apply for in the future (for example, if stated in a job advert).

I’ve recently worked as a student worker or have an ongoing role. Do I still need a new Eligibility to Work check with the Unitemps team?

Yes. You will still need to complete a new Eligibility to Work check as part of the Unitemps onboarding process. 

Although you remain employed by the University, you will be working under Unitemps employment conditions and will have a new employee record on the Unitemps system. This is required to meet regulations. 

If you have not been invited to register with Unitemps, please do not arrange an Eligibility to Work check. Eligibility to Work checks are only required for students who have been offered a role and are being onboarded by Unitemps. If you do not currently have a role arranged through Unitemps, no action is required at this stage. 

What documents do I need to complete an Eligibility to Work check with the Unitemps team?

You will be asked to provide documents as part of the Eligibility to Work check with Unitemps. Further instructions will be provided by email.

A list of acceptable documents to demonstrate your right to work in the UK can be found on the . 

Why does my Unitemps pay rate look lower than before?

Unitemps displays your hourly pay rate separately from your holiday pay, whereas roles previously through the Student Employment on Campus system were advertised with holiday pay included in the total hourly rate.

Although you remain employed by the University, you will be working under Unitemps employment conditions and will have a new employee record on the Unitemps system. This means your pay has not decreased — it is simply shown differently. Your overall pay, including holiday pay, remains the same.

View the Student Casual Worker Pay Levels

What happens if I don’t complete my Unitemps registration and onboarding before my role is due to start?

You must complete your full Unitemps registration and onboarding, including your Eligibility to Work check, before you can start your role; otherwise, this may cause delays and you will be unable to work until it is complete.

You will receive confirmation from Unitemps once your registration and onboarding process is complete and you can start working.

Where can I find help with the Unitemps registration?

If you need help with registering or completing your onboarding, please contact the Unitemps team at unitemps@newcastle.ac.uk.

I don’t currently have a role – can I still register with Unitemps?

During the transition period, we are prioritising the setup of existing roles within Unitemps and are not currently advertising new vacancies. As a result, there may be limited benefit in registering at this stage if you do not already have a planned role.

A wider launch will take place in the new academic year, when you will be encouraged to register with Unitemps and access available opportunities.