Timetabling and Examinations Manager

This is an exciting time to join the University of Bradford. Our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion and our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last three years. 

We are currently recruiting for a Timetabling and Examinations Manager to join the Directorate of Registry and Student Administration. Reporting into the Head of Registry, the successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic planning and operational delivery of the academic timetable and examinations service. 

Key responsibilities:

• Create long-term sustainable strategic and operational approaches to delivering a student-centric timetabling and examinations system, aimed at enhancing student attainment and engagement. 
• Ensure the effective administration of the annual examinations lifecycle, including the creation of the examinations timetable, coordination and management of invigilators and overseas examinations. 
• Project manage and identify areas of improvement to enhance quality and delivery. 
• Provide leadership in translating the University’s strategic goals to the team. 

Essential Criteria:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in timetabling or scheduling.
• Experience of managing and measuring the effective delivery of a large volume of examinations.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Track record in leading the planning and implementation of complex and long-term strategies and projects.

Benefits:

• 30 days and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas) 
• Family-friendly policies 
• Great campus facilities including: 
• Unique fitness centre, Eye clinic, Physiotherapy & Sports rehabilitation, Counselling & mental health services, On site nursery, Food & drink outlets 
• Generous employer contribution pension schemes – Universities Superannuation Scheme 
• Generous benefits schemes:
• Car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts 

Closing Date: Sunday 7^th April 

Interview Date: Thursday 25^th April 

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and are fully committed to supporting all employees so that they feel able to be their whole self at work. We particularly welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic (B.M.E.), Disabled, LGBTQ+ and non-binary candidates.  

The University of Bradford, recognises and embraces people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, please speak to Eloise who will be happy to support you. 

For a confidential conversation about this position please get in contact with Eloise Kernaghan at eloise@burmanrecruitment.com or 07442815614. 

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