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