Introduction: This is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to build skills, confidence and qualifications while working within a supportive team or for anyone wishing to work in the education sector. The Schools Payroll Administrator will be a key part of the company team, providing end to end payroll support to a selection of our schools.
About the Employer: We are a well-established provider of high quality payroll, HR and DBS services to the education sector. Founded in 2003, we are a family owned and fully independent company. At the heart of our core values are trust, dependability and pride in our work. The team will always “go the extra mile” to help our customers. These values are complemented by a forward thinking, professional and flexible approach to everything that we do. Based at offices in Eccles, we are open to remote and flexible working options suited to our employees and customers. Please note: work from home will be possible only when training is complete.
What You'll Do
- Annual provision to each school of schedule of dates outlining deadlines for input data, date of initial run report to school for checking, last date for validation and changes, Bacs submission deadlines and pay dates
- Processing standard payroll input such as adding new starters to the system, removing leavers (and producing P45s), entering overtime and absence return data
- Calculating changes to salaries, including processing associated backpay or overpayment recoveries where necessary
- Calculating sickness and family leave entitlements, including production of maternity/adoption pay schedules that are then provided
- Processing deductions in respect of nursery vouchers and other salary sacrifice arrangements
- Processing scale point increments and implementing nationwide pay awards
- Maintenance and upkeep of a ‘staff list’ database for each school where you are the nominated day-to-day payroll contact
- Ensuring the correct pension contributions are being deducted from staff salaries
- Liaison with both the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and Local Government Pension Schemes in order to complete daily/monthly administration and annual reconciliations
- Distribution of electronic payslips to staff
- Applying coding notifications sent in from HMRC, such as tax code changes, student loan notices and national insurance category updates
- Making HMRC RTI submissions, both FPS & EPS
- Calculating Apprenticeship Levy figures
- Assisting schools with auditor queries and/or requests
- Upkeep of the Working with Schools payroll input portal for the schools where you are the day-to-day payroll contact
- Training
- Outcome Permanent role as Schools Payroll Administrator
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- MS Excel proficiency essential
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE English 5
- Essential - GCSE Maths 5
Course Information
Course: Payroll administrator (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Legal, finance and accounting
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
- Working Week: Monday - Friday, 5 days per week. Typically 8.30am - 4.30pm.
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Apprentice Schools Payroll Administrator in Salford employer: Working with Schools Ltd
Working With Schools Ltd. is an excellent employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a structured apprenticeship pathway in a supportive and dynamic environment. With a focus on education, the company fosters a collaborative work culture where you can gain valuable experience in office and HR administration while contributing to meaningful projects within the schools sector. The remote-eligible role provides flexibility, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking a rewarding career in business or HR.
