Payroll Administrator

We're looking for an enthusiastic Payroll Administrator to support our Finance Team. As the Payroll Administrator, you’ll assist in efficiently processing payroll and pension changes, working alongside the Finance Assistant, liaising with the payroll provider, dealing with queries and undertaking other payroll administration, as directed by the Business Manager. You’ll assist in efficiently updating the budgeting planning software for all staffing changes, ensuring that the data is accurate and up to date.

The successful applicant will;

·      Support the Business Manager in populating the budget planning software in relation to staffing for Co-op Academy Southfield and Southfield during the financial forecasting and business planning cycles

·      Operate flexibly and, in particular, to assist at peak times with budget preparation

·      Ensure confidential, tactful and secure management of sensitive information.

·      The above list is not exhaustive or exclusive. The role requires the post holder to be professional, cooperative and flexible in line with business needs of the Trust.

You will demonstrate;

·      Good level of numeracy & literacy (GCSE English & Maths)

·      Good ICT skills (Relevant NVQ Level)

·      Experience of processing payroll

·      Excellent organisational skills 

• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Attention to detail
• Ability to set and maintain high standards

INTERESTED? For further information please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Benefits:

• Co-op staff discounts and other benefits; cycle to work, Eyecare, Flu vaccine, Rental deposit scheme and Season tickets loans
• Local pension scheme
• BUPA - Free access to a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent opportunities for personal and career development within the Co-op Academies Trust
• Effective, supportive and dynamic leadership across Co-op Academy Grange
• A superb, school building with a flexible and creative ICT rich working environment
• Enthusiastic students who are keen to make good progress
• Welcoming, friendly, supportive, effective and efficient professional/continuing professional development

How to Apply:

The Co-op Academies Trust operates blind shortlisting as part of its

recruitment process to ensure a fair and rigorous process. To Apply please

complete Application Form PART A and Application Form PART B and email them to:

recruitmentsg@coopacademies.co.uk

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 19th February 2023

Recruitment Selection date: Thursday 23rd February 2023

Applications must be on our application form (returned in Word or Google Doc, not pdf format), which is available along with other supporting information on our website at https://www.coopacademies.co.uk/vacancies/ to recruitmentsg@coopacademies.co.uk

For more information about the Trust, please visit www.coopacademies.co.uk 

Co-op Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We value variety and individual differences, and aim to create a culture, environment and practices at all levels which encompass acceptance, respect and inclusion. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.