HR and Payroll Advisor
Are you a proactive HR professional with an eye for detail and a strong grasp of payroll from a contract and compliance perspective? Our client is an educational Academy Trust and is looking for an HR and Payroll Advisor to join their central team. Playing a key role in supporting the schools with all aspects of the employee lifecycle, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a values‑led trust.
* Location - Pershore (hybrid working option)
* Hours - flexible (ideally 30 hours min in term time) and 4 weeks in school holidays
* Salary - £31,537 - £33,699 pro rata depending on hours
The Role
As our HR and Payroll Advisor, you will:
* Provide first‑line HR advice across the schools in line with employment legislation and trust policies.
* Lead on key HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, induction, and contract management.
* Oversee the accurate and timely submission of payroll‑related data to the external payroll provider.
* Manage statutory payments, pensions, and pay‑related queries.
* Support with HR casework, change management and employee relations issues.
* Ensure safeguarding and pre‑employment checks are completed to the highest standard.
* Maintain HR records and systems, including data analysis and reporting.
* Promote employee wellbeing and contribute to our inclusive People Strategy.
Skills and Experience required
* A minimum of CIPD Level 3 and sound knowledge of employment law.
* Strong experience in HR administration and providing HR advice.
* An ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
* Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
* Can liaise confidently with school leaders, staff, and external payroll providers.
* Understands the importance of safeguarding, data protection, and compliance in a school setting.
* Experience working in the education sector or public sector would be hugely beneficial.
The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.
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