Job Description

Department:

HR

Hours:

Full time 37.5 Hours but would consider school hours for the right applicant

Reporting to:

HR Manager

Duration:

Permanent

Remuneration Package:

Annual salary between 28,000 & 32,000 (pro rata) dependent on experience

25 days annual leave plus Statutory Bank Holidays

SSP - in accordance with government regulations

Company Pension Scheme (after 3 months probationary period) - Company will match your contribution up to 6%

AXA Private Medical Insurance

Health care plan which includes the following:

24/7 access to a doctor or counsellor

Money back on regular health check-ups

Claim back costs towards glasses, dental treatment, physio and more

Life Insurance which includes the following:

Death in Service 3 years of annual basic salary

3 months of redundancy cover from 2nd month of employment

24 hour GP access & mental health support

Life, money, wellbeing & other additional support

Holiday Flex:

Ability to buy an additional of 5 days extra holidays per year

EV Scheme:

The option to lease an Electric vehicle which includes insurance, servicing & tyres through a salary sacrifice scheme.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

Minimum Level 5 (C) GCSE Maths & English 2 years' experience in payroll and/or HR administration Strong attention to detail and ability to work with sensitive data confidentially Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

Minimum Level 5 (C) GCSE Maths & English

2 years' experience in payroll and/or HR administration Strong attention to detail and ability to work with sensitive data confidentially Excellent communication and interpersonal

Desirable Qualifications/Experience:

Experience using payroll software (e.g. Sage, ADP, or equivalent)

Familiarity with employment law and HR best practices

CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards it

Ability to work proactively and manage multiple priorities

Job specification / duties

Duties detailed below but not limited to: -

Input, process, and check payroll data to ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries

Process weekly and monthly payroll for all employees

Input and verify payroll data including hours worked, holiday, sick leave, and overtime

Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (e.g., tax, National Insurance, pensions

Prepare and distribute payslips

Handle payroll queries from employees in a professional and timely manner

Maintain accurate payroll records and reports

Assist with year-end processes (P60s, P11Ds, etc.)

Work closely with HR and Finance teams to manage payroll-related changes (e.g., starters, leavers, promotions)

Ensure timely payment of deductions including pensions, student loans, and court orders

Support internal and external audits by providing relevant documentation

Maintain HR records, including new starter, leaver, and absence tracking

Support the recruitment process: job adverts, interview coordination, onboarding

Act as first point of contact for employee queries relating to pay and benefits

Assist with HR policy updates and compliance documentation

Assist with maintaining staff training records and supporting the coordination of training and CPD activities Prepare reports as required by HR Manager or Finance

Person specification:

This is a people-facing and detail-oriented role, requiring high levels of integrity, discretion, and initiative. Reliability, loyalty are essential qualities along with an ability to work both unsupervised and as part of a team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/08/2025
Reference ID: Payroll & HR Assistant
Expected start date: 01/09/2025