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