Secondment Policy - January 2023

17. Managing the Secondee’s Return

It is the responsibility of the line manager from the substantive department to plan for the reorientation of the secondee when s/he returns to their substantive post.  It is recommended that a Helping People to Perform appraisal meeting is arranged to evaluate the learning experience gained during the secondment and explore how any new skills and experience can be best utilised in his/her substantive role.  

Line managers should consider the following: 

•    Ensure an appropriate re-induction is carried out to cover any changes in policies and procedures.
 
•    Review the employee’s role profile to ensure it accurately reflects the requirements on return from secondment, e.g. changes in working practices.
  
•    Explain changes to individual and team work priorities and projects.

•    Ensure the appropriate transfer forms are completed so the appropriate salary is paid to the employee on return to the substantive department.