My behaviour has been reported
We understand that being informed that a formal conduct investigation regarding your behaviour is underway can cause stress and upset.
- No decision has been made yet on whether a breach has occurred. The University will carry out an investigation, you will be given the opportunity to provide all the evidence you want, present your version of events and will be able to bring support with you.
- Please respond to emails or requests from SIRT. Failure to comply with reasonable requests is a breach of the Student Conduct Procedure in itself.
- You should not approach or make contact in any way with the person who made the report against you (The Reporting Student), or any potential witnesses. You should not suggest or ask others to attempt to make contact with the Reporting Student and/or potential witnesses. Attempting to contact the Reporting Student or witnesses, or to otherwise interfere with the case could be investigated as a further alleged breach of the Student Conduct Regulations.
- Remember, there is lots of support available to you. Do not hesitate to reach out.
For further advice read the Guidance for Reported Students document created by the Student Investigations and Resolutions Team.
Brookes Union
Brookes Union Advice Team can provide advice, information and assistance to help guide you through the University’s Regulations and procedures. All advice, information and assistance given is independent of the University and completely confidential.
Email: su-advice@brookes.ac.uk
Student Investigation and Resolution Team (SIRT)
SIRT can provide advice on Student conduct Regulations and Procedures.
Email: sirt@brookes.ac.uk
Brookes Sport
If you are a student athlete or the conduct reported occurred in the context of participation with Brookes Sport you can contact the dedicated Sports Support Officer for support.
Email: sportsupport@brookes.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0) 7389 706841
Availability: Monday - Friday, during office hours
The University will treat all reports fairly and in line with established procedures including the Grievance Policy and Disciplinary Procedure. Staff who have been reported are encouraged to reach out for support.
Internal
People Manager
Your relevant People Manager can offer support and advice on university workforce processes and procedures.
Staff Harassment Advisor
Staff Harassment Advisers (SHAs) are staff who have volunteered their time to provide an information service to staff who feel they are experiencing (or have witnessed) unwanted behaviour as well as to staff who have been accused of unwanted behaviour. The same adviser will not provide support to both the complainant and the alleged perpetrator.
Trade Unions
If you are a member of a trade union, you can seek advice, support and representation from your TU representative. Recognised unions for Oxford Brookes are UCU and UNISON.
External
Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS)
ACAS provides free and impartial advice on employment rights and responsibilities.They offer a helpline for advice on various workplace issues, including bullying, harassment, and disciplinary procedures.
Phone: +44 (0) 300 123 1100