Timetabling Officer


Timetabling Office
Location: Canterbury
Salary: £27,924 to £31,406 per annum
Two posts available: x1 permanent, x1 fixed term
Grade: Grade 6
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Release Date: Friday 13 May 2022
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 29 May 2022 (unless otherwise stated)
Interview Date: Tuesday 07 June 2022
Reference: CSF-507-22

Are you an experienced administrator with an excellent eye for detail?

Do you work well to deadlines, proactively managing tasks and conflicting demands while maintaining a professional and high-quality customer service?

We currently have two Timetabling Officer opportunities, one is a permanent contract and the other is fixed term cover for one year.

These are busy roles taking responsibility for the University’s teaching and exams timetables, allocating students to groups, room bookings, data quality checks and reporting.

As Timetabling Officer you can expect to get involved in:

planning and maintaining the teaching timetable and schedule the exams timetable for both Canterbury and Medway campuses using complex software (training will be given)
applying knowledge of systems and physical resources to resolved timetabling problems
developing and maintaining effective working relationships with University staff and provide advice and guidance
What we are looking for in the right candidate:

proven and recent office administration management in a busy working environment
competence in MS Office programmes and good general IT skills
experience of dealing with a complex range of user needs and negotiating positive outcomes
What we can offer you:

a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing, along with a range of great staff benefits including:
hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
an excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
on-campus cinema/theatre, sports facilities, library, nursery and food outlets, set among green, open space overlooking the Cathedral
study while you work discounts, cycle to work scheme, local business discounts
on-site parking
If you are interested in joining the team, please see the links below to view the Job Description and to apply. For further information on the application process, please contact us at centralservicesresourcing@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number CSF-507-22

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Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

The University of Kent values diversity and promotes equality at all levels.

Due to the current COVID-19 outbreak, interviews may take place remotely.