Staff Rota & Scheduling Software
Build and share staff rotas in minutes. Drag-and-drop scheduling for any team size.
How it works
Simple to set up. Simple to use.
Set up your team
Add your staff, define their roles, availability, and contracted hours. Import from a spreadsheet or add team members one by one.
Build your rota
Use the drag-and-drop rota builder to assign shifts. Copy last week's rota or start from a template. Set recurring shift patterns so rotas build themselves.
Publish and notify
Publish the rota and every team member gets an instant push notification. They can confirm shifts, flag conflicts, or request swaps — all without calling you.
What's included
Everything you need from staff scheduling
Drag-and-drop rota builder
Assign shifts visually with a weekly or monthly view. Move shifts between staff in seconds.
Recurring shift patterns
Set up rolling patterns so rotas repeat automatically — no rebuilding from scratch each week.
Multi-site scheduling
Manage staff across multiple locations from a single view. Filter by site, team, or department.
Shift swaps
Staff request shift swaps directly in the app. Managers approve or reject with one tap.
Instant notifications
Staff receive push notifications when rotas are published, updated, or when new shifts are assigned.
Rota export & sharing
Export rotas as PDF or give staff app access to view their schedule anywhere, any time.
Works across industries
Built for every sector
Manage security guard rotas, SIA compliance, and last-minute shift cover — all in one place.
Learn more →ConstructionSchedule crews, track site attendance, and manage CSCS-compliant workforces across every project.
Learn more →Gyms & LeisureBuild gym staff rotas, track attendance, and manage fitness centre workforces with ease.
Learn more →FAQs
Common questions
What is staff rota software?
Staff rota software lets businesses build, publish, and manage employee schedules digitally. It replaces spreadsheets and manual processes with automated scheduling, shift notifications, and real-time visibility of who is working and when.
How does Jax handle rota scheduling for shift workers?
Jax supports any shift pattern — fixed, rotating, split, or zero-hours. You can set recurring patterns, copy previous rotas, and publish changes instantly to all affected staff.
Can staff view their rota on their phone?
Yes. When you publish a rota in Jax, every team member gets a push notification and can view their full schedule from the Jax app on iOS or Android.
Is Jax suitable as rota software for small businesses?
Yes. Jax is designed for small and medium UK businesses. There's no minimum team size, and the interface is simple enough that no training is required to get started.
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