Timetabling & Registers Officer

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 35-48 days

Pensions (LGPS or Teacher)

Discount platform

Wellbeing support

Free parking

Gym access

Job summary

Education Partnership North East (EPNE) seeks a diligent Timetabling and Registers data coordinator to ensure accurate timetabling, electronic registers and attendance data across FE and HE provision, supporting high-quality teaching, student engagement, funding compliance and audit readiness.

Working under the Timetabling Manager and MIS colleagues, you will identify and resolve data quality issues, maintain timetable information, and contribute to continuous improvement across the College.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English Grade A*-C or equivalent.
• Understanding of data within an education environment.
• Knowledge of timetables, registers, attendance and student records.
• Understanding of data quality principles, including inconsistencies, missing information and anomalies.
• Knowledge of funding, audit or compliance relating to attendance and registers.

Responsibilities

• Undertake operational and data quality activity relating to timetabling, electronic registers and attendance data across FE and HE provision.
• Produce and maintain accurate student and staff timetables; ensure registers are established and maintained; monitor attendance and register completion.
• Investigate data issues or exceptions and resolve with curriculum teams, Timetabling Manager, MIS colleagues and compliance teams.
• Support teaching, student engagement, funding requirements, reporting and audit through accurate data across timetabling and registers.

Skills

Data quality

Timetabling

Attendance data

Communication

Collaboration

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A*-C)

Job description

ClosingDate: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 02 November 2026

Reference: 0834-26

About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.

Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.

We nurture our very special culture. Ourunifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make”represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.

Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow,join ourchangemakingcommunity now.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

Our Journey & Values

As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

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We are seeking an individual to join our Timetable and Registers team who is collaborative, adaptable, and committed to making a positive impact. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset. They will be highly organised and able to work effectively fostering a culture of high standards and continuous improvement.

About the Role

This role will ensure effective planning, accuracy and integrity of timetabling, electronic registers and attendance data across FE and HE provision, supporting high-quality teaching, student engagement, funding compliance, effective resource utilisation and audit readiness.

The post holder will work across the MIS function and with curriculum and support teams to maintain accurate timetable and register information, identify and resolve data quality issues and ensure that attendance information is reliable, timely and fit for operational, funding and reporting purposes.

Working under the direction of the Timetabling Manager and wider MIS colleagues, the post holder will contribute to the effective delivery and continuous improvement of timetabling and register processes across the College.

Role Responsibilities

To undertake operational and data quality activity relating to timetabling, electronic registers and attendance data across FE and HE provision.

The role will support the production and maintenance of accurate student and staff timetables, ensure registers are correctly established and maintained, monitor attendance and register completion, and investigate data issues or exceptions.

The post holder will work closely with curriculum teams, the Timetabling Manager, MIS colleagues and compliance teams to resolve issues promptly and ensure timetable and attendance data supports teaching, student engagement, funding requirements, reporting and audit.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English Grade A*-C or equivalent
• Good understanding of the importance of accurate and timely data within an education environment.
• Understanding of the relationship between timetables, registers, attendance and student records.
• Understanding of data quality principles, including identifying inconsistencies, missing information and anomalies.
• Understanding of the importance of accurate attendance data for student engagement, funding, reporting and compliance.
• Understanding of the challenges involved in maintaining accurate data across multiple systems or information sources.
• Knowledge of funding, audit or compliance requirements relating to attendance and registers.

What’s in it for you?

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme - depending on role
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.
• Free Gym access available at Bede Campus

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We know that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams to enhance the education and support we provide to our learners and communities.

We recognise that talented individuals may not always follow a traditional career path and may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we encourage you to apply.

As a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Member, and with Ofsted Outstanding status across all campuses, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where everyone can thrive.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Please contact Claire Walton should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.