Trust Payroll Officer | Alpha Academies Trust | SCH-AlAT-0458 in England

The Alpha Academies Trust (AAT) is looking to recruit an experienced Trust Payroll Officer to work in our busy team. Applications are invited from candidates who have excellent organisation, customer service and payroll experience. The successful applicant will be computer literate and proficient in the use of Word and Excel, with knowledge of Arbor/HR systems desirable but not essential, as training will be given.

Responsibilities

• Have worked in a similar role.
• Have an understanding of teacher and local government pay and conditions, and pension schemes.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Have an understanding of HMRC requirements in relation to payroll.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of data.
• Experience of using "My View".
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Be detail orientated.
• Have analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education (GCSEs or equivalent) including Mathematics and English.
• Previous experience of working in a school or academy (desirable).
• Evidence of continued, relevant professional development (desirable).

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

• Good sense of humour.
• Ability to work accurately with good attention to detail.
• Ability to compose and produce standard letters and reports.
• Ability to undertake routine calculations.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good analytical skills.
• Experience with "MyView".
• Good understanding of teacher and local government pay and conditions.
• Experience with MIS systems such as Arbor and SAM People.
• Knowledge of teacher and local government pension schemes.
• An understanding of HMRC requirements in relation to payroll.
• Good payroll and pensions knowledge and experience.

Personal Attributes

• A willingness to undertake appropriate training.
• Ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role in confident English.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with those working in and with the Trust.
• Proactive, responsive, empathetic and supportive approach to work.
• Full understanding and respect for employee confidentiality and data protection, with appropriate handling of sensitive information.
• Demonstrate an understanding of GDPR and data protection as they apply to payroll.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake First Aid training.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet deadlines within defined standards.
• Ability to prioritise work effectively.
• Aware and sensitive with regard to equal opportunities and race equality.

Benefits

• Local government pension scheme, Staffordshire Pension Fund.
• Discounted gym membership for on‑site gyms and 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Subsidised meals.
• Cycling scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme through Life and Progress, including counselling services.
• Support for staff development and encouragement to join the Chartered College of Teaching.

Disability Confident

The Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. Reasonable adjustments can be arranged by contacting the Trust HR Team.

Safeguarding

Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, an online social media check and other stringent vetting and induction processes. References will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

Closing Date: Monday 22nd June at 9:00am.