Senior HR Officer, Payroll (Apprentice)

Ofsted Manchester, England, United Kingdom Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Senior HR Officer, Payroll (Apprentice) role at Ofsted Ofsted Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Senior HR Officer, Payroll (Apprentice) role at Ofsted Job Summary We are recruiting for a Senior HR Officer, Payroll (Apprentice) to join our People Services Delivery team. Location: Piccadilly Gate, Manchester Job Summary As a Senior HR Officer, Payroll, you will be responsible for ensuring that all team functions are delivered efficiently and in accordance with procedures, priorities, and deadlines. You will play a key role in maintaining high service standards and achieving performance targets. A central aspect of this role is managing the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with policies and regulations. This is a great opportunity to develop your experience within Ofsted’s team. You will work with high-achieving professionals in a friendly, supportive environment. Benefits include flexible working hours, the Civil Service Pension Scheme, 32.5 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, and a hybrid working model allowing some remote work. The Apprenticeship You will undertake a fully funded Level 5 Payroll Assistant Manager apprenticeship over 24 months. This will enhance your skills and knowledge for a wide range of duties. Regular tutor sessions (every 6-8 weeks) will help you apply learning to real workplace scenarios, building a portfolio of tools and techniques. You will spend at least 20% of your working time (one day a week) on off-the-job learning, with support from a dedicated tutor. Eligibility Criteria Your qualification and eligibility will be checked at enrolment by the training provider. Job Description & Person Specification Please refer to the official job specification for detailed information. Qualifications Level 3 payroll qualification (Desirable). Behaviours Working Together Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Making Effective Decisions Technical Skills Experience of payroll processes and legislation (e.g., minimum wage, annual leave) Accurate data entry, verification, and compliance with policies and payroll systems Ability to manage services under tight deadlines and reprioritize effectively Salary: £36,354 plus £10,531 towards the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Full benefits are detailed in the Ofsted Offer brochure. Ofsted values diversity, equality, and inclusion. We aim to improve representation of under-represented groups and are committed to fair, merit-based recruitment. We are a Disability Confident – Leader and support various schemes to promote inclusivity. Selection Process This vacancy uses Success Profiles to assess Behaviours, Experience, and Technical Skills. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview during the week commencing 23 June 2025 at Piccadilly Gate, Manchester. Feedback is provided only to interviewees. Security & Eligibility Successful candidates must undergo criminal record and baseline personnel security checks. The role is broadly open to UK nationals, Irish, Commonwealth, EEA, Swiss, Norwegian, Icelandic, Liechtenstein nationals, and others with appropriate immigration status. We promote diversity and equal opportunity in civil service recruitment, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or recent prison leavers. Contact Name: People Services Delivery Email: Jobs@ofsted.gov.uk Telephone: 03000 131 487 For complaints about the recruitment process, email Jobs@ofsted.gov.uk or contact the Civil Service Commission. Additional Details Seniority Level: Internship Employment Type: Full-time Job Function: Human Resources Industry: Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr