Job Description

Application closing date
16/11/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
PO3 - 6, SCP29 - 32, 39,862 to 42,839 per annum
Package
37 hours per week, permanent contract
Job category/type
Council

Job description

Post Ref:

CC546

Please note:

Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.



The HR Operations Service has an opportunity for a Team Leader to join our Human Resources (HR) Contracts and Payroll Team to deliver an effective HR Contracts and Payroll Service ensuring all deadlines are met and achieving high quality service standards.



You will manage, lead and develop team members to ensure drive and commitment and develop strong working relationships with services, Schools and Academies, external customers and stakeholders. The role has responsibility for employment contracts and payroll and ensuring working practices, systems and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed to ensure their continued effectiveness to meet service and business needs and maximise the benefits of technology.



The role would suit a dynamic customer focused individual with a relevant qualification e.g. CIPD or equivalent demonstrable skills and experience relevant to the post. You will have HR and/or Payroll experience and detailed knowledge and understanding of local government and Teachers' terms and conditions of employment - policies and procedures, practice, legislation and regulation including HMRC requirements. You will also be required to have knowledge of Occupational Pension Schemes.

Closing Date: Sunday, 16th November 2025

Assessment and Interview Date: Wednesday, 3rd December 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.



As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.



On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.



Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.