Head of Timetabling

We are now seeking to recruit a Head of Timetabling; a significant new role for the institution with its main purpose being to strengthen the university’s capability to plan the academic timetable within a context of growth.

Reporting to the Academic Registrar, you will lead on establishing the new timetabling team, to be created through the merger of existing teams and the creation of additional posts, and will ensure the provision of a high quality, proactive, customer focused timetabling service. You will lead on the development and delivery of an institutional Timetabling Policy that puts students at the centre, and will co-ordinate and align the space management function in Estates/Facilities and the development of the academic timetable to ensure the optimum use of space.

This represents a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic institution that offers a highly creative working environment that inspires staff to fulfil their full potential. Every role at UAL plays an important part in shaping future creative professionals, and impacts on the future of so many creative industries. Expert management of our approach to timetabling is essential to ensure our ongoing success as we continue to develop and expand our provision.

Why choose us? 

Made up of 6 renowned Colleges and home to circa 22,000 students from 130 countries, University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the QS World University Rankings® 2022.

Our diverse and talented community comprises over 5,000 academic, professional, and technical staff. Together we are committed to social purpose and to changing society through knowledge and creativity.

Your profile 

To apply, you must be able to demonstrate substantial experience of the operation of timetabling within higher education with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service, and have a successful record of considering and evolving timetabling processes, applying innovative solutions that have strategic impact.  

As an experienced leader with successful change management experience, you will also have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a compelling and influential way and build effective teams, networks and communities of practice.

For further information please contact our retained advisor, Emma Wilkins at Dixon Walter via email at emma@dixonwalter.co.uk or on 07741 875289.

To apply please click the apply button. 

Closing date: 28 February 2023. 

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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