Planning and Timetabling Officer

Planning and Timetabling Officer

Location:

Ipswich Road, Norwich Department:
Planning and Timetabling, Registry Salary:
Scale 5–6

Contract:

Full-time, Fixed term for 12 months Reporting to:
Planning and Timetabling Manager Join Our Team at City College Norwich We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Planning and Timetabling Officer to join our Planning and Timetabling team in Registry. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the College’s curriculum planning and timetabling operations, ensuring accurate data, efficient resource use, and a smooth student experience.

About the Role You will support the delivery of the College’s end-to-end curriculum planning and timetabling cycle, ensuring data is accurate, compliant, and aligned with funding and business priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

· Producing and maintaining accurate timetables and curriculum plans
· Supporting annual and in-year planning cycles and meeting key deadlines
· Monitoring room utilisation and timetable efficiency
· Ensuring data accuracy, validation, and audit compliance
· Working closely with stakeholders across the College
· Supporting planning meetings and coordinating actions
· Providing excellent customer service through effective communication
· Ensuring compliance with funding, audit, and regulatory requirements About You We are looking for someone with a strong analytical mindset, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. You will bring:
· A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) with Level 2 Maths and English
· Experience in process improvement, planning, or data-driven roles
· Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in complex data and scheduling
· Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and data systems
· The ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
· Strong communication and customer service skills
· An understanding of data protection, compliance, and audit requirements Experience in a further education setting and curriculum/timetabling planning is highly desirable. Our Ways of Working At City College Norwich, we value colleagues who are:
· Kind and Curious – always looking for solutions
· Open and Informative – communicating clearly and effectively
· Respectful and Fair – supporting and valuing others
· Collaborative and Inclusive – working together to succeed
· Consistent and Responsible – delivering high-quality outcomes Why Join Us?
· Be part of a supportive and collaborative team
· Play a vital role in student success and college operations
· A culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement Closing date:
Friday 4th September 2026 at Midnight