Payroll & Systems Administrator

Stonyhurst College & Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall Clitheroe, Lancashire

Stonyhurst, one of the UK’s leading independent schools, is seeking a highly organised and detail‑driven Payroll & System Administrator to join our dedicated Human Resources team to support the roll out of a payroll system and development of internal processes. With around 450 staff across campus, this role is central to ensuring the smooth, accurate and compliant operation of our payroll and HR systems.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide a professional, efficient and confidential service, supporting the day‑to‑day administration of payroll and HR data. You will work closely with colleagues across the School, ensuring accuracy, integrity and excellent customer service.

Hours of Work

The role is 30 hours over 4 days per week, however full time hours are available.

Key responsibilities include:

· Input and transfer of payroll information accurately and in a timely manner into the HR, payroll and pension systems

· Ensure timely monthly payroll input

· Support all payroll audits

· Keep the HR system up to date with accurate employee information

· Process starters and leavers on the HR, payroll and benefit systems

· Answer queries in a timely manner

· Carry out regular audits on the systems to ensure data integrity

About You

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

· Exceptional attention to detail and strong administrative capability

· Confidence with numbers and data

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· A warm, professional manner and a collaborative approach

· Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, Word and Outlook

· The ability to prioritise effectively and work to tight deadlines

· Discretion, reliability and a commitment to confidentiality

· Alignment with Stonyhurst’s mission, ethos and values

What We Offer

Stonyhurst offers a generous benefits package, including 6.4 weeks’ holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), free access to our on‑site gym, swimming pool and golf course, and matched pension contributions of up to 6%. Staff also enjoy the HealthShield Cash Plan, along with our wider Wellness and PERKS programme. In addition, we provide free meals on duty, free parking, and access to the Cycle to Work scheme, creating a supportive and rewarding working environment.