Timetable and Space Utilisation Manager
£38,988 - £50,814 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas.A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click here.
About the Role
The Digital Services team are currently recruiting for a Timetable and Space Utilisation Manager to join their team.
Reporting to the Head of Information Systems the role of the Timetable and Space Utilisation Manager is to manage the timetable for the whole of Hartpury, ensuring effective space utilisation.
The Timetable and Space Utilisation Manager will manage the Timetables team to ensure that they provide a pro-active service which meets the needs of Hartpury as a whole. The role holder will also lead on the development of timetabling within the Hartpury, including input into the Timetabling Policy, consultation with stakeholders and ensuring that it provides a positive student experience and the effective delivery of the curriculum.
About You
* Proven experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Outlook, Office 365 and Teams
* Aptitude to learn new IT systems and software packages quickly.
* Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Experience of timetabling within a Further and/or Higher Education context as well as using timetabling software.
* Understanding of how timetabling contributes to the student experience and effective space utilisation will be an advantage.
We offer a fantastic package of staff benefits including:
* Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
* 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
* Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
* Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
* Employee Discounts Scheme
* Onsite fitness facilities
* Support for continuous professional development
* Flexible working opportunities available
* Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
* Cycle to Work Scheme
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is 21st September 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.