Job Description

Payroll Officer (Education) - East Ham

ASAP Start Temporary until 30 September 2026

36 hours per week Monday-Friday

Hourly Rate £19.21- £20.39ph PAYE

Enhanced DBS and screening required

Are you an experienced Payroll Officer with a strong background in education and pensions?We're recruiting for a key interim opportunity within a busy college environment where your expertise will directly support accurate, compliant payroll delivery.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end payroll operations within a collaborative HR and Finance team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the monthly payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Maintaining payroll records including starters, leavers, and contractual changes
• Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, LGPS pension schemes, and GDPR
• Acting as the first point of contact for payroll queries, delivering expert support
• Supporting reporting, audits, and reconciliations
• Collaborating with HR and Finance to ensure data accuracy across systems
• Driving improvements in payroll processes and efficiencies
• Managing payroll inbox queries and liaising with external providers

You'll be joining a forward-thinking environment where your knowledge and experience will be valued.

We're looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in a Payroll Officer/Specialist role (5-10+ years)
• Strong experience within an education setting
• Working knowledge of the LGPS pension scheme
• Experience using iTrent payroll system
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, team-focused approach

Qualifications (desirable):

• CIPP Level 3
• AAT Level 2 or 3

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Work in a high-impact interim position
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Be part of a supportive and professional team

If you're immediately available (or available soon) and ready to step into a fast-paced payroll environment, we'd love to hear from you.