Job Details: Job title: HR and Payroll Assistant Salary: Grade 4 (point 7). £26,403 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week. All year round Working pattern: Working pattern to be agreed on appointmentContract type: Permanent Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer Location: Severn Federation Academy Trust Head Office (located at Lydney C of E School) Start date: ASAP Join Us at an Exciting Time of Growth: As the Trust continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking a proactive and detail focused HR & Payroll Assistant to become a valued member of our supportive and ambitious central team. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your HR career within a growing organisation, at a moment when your contribution will genuinely help shape the future of our Trust. About Severn Federation Academy Trust: Severn Federation Academy Trust is a thriving and collaborative family of schools, united by a shared commitment to delivering high quality education for every child. Our Central Services team plays a crucial role in enabling school leaders and teachers to focus on what matters most: excellent learning and pupil outcomes. We are proud of our culture — one built on integrity, teamwork and continuous improvement. Joining us means becoming part of a forward thinking organisation that invests in its people, celebrates success and encourages professional growth at every stage. About the Role: You will play a key part in ensuring our HR and payroll operations run smoothly, efficiently and accurately. This is a varied and rewarding role, supporting colleagues across the Trust and providing high quality HR administration that underpins the experience of every member of staff. Key responsibilities include: • Assisting with monthly payroll and pension processing • Maintaining accurate HR and payroll records • Supporting recruitment, onboarding and pre employment checks • Preparing contracts, offer letters and HR correspondence • Managing shared inboxes and responding to staff queries • Supporting absence monitoring and employee benefits administration • Upholding safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection standards Person Specification: We are looking for someone who brings: • Experience in HR, payroll, pensions or administrative roles • Excellent organisation and strong attention to detail • Confident communication skills and solid IT capability • A discreet, professional approach and a commitment to teamwork • A positive, flexible attitude and a willingness to learn and grow Why Join Severn Federation Academy Trust? • Be part of a Trust experiencing exciting growth and investment • Work within a supportive, collaborative and friendly central team • Access opportunities for professional development, including CIPD progression • Enjoy a culture that values wellbeing, inclusion and continuous improvement • Make a meaningful impact across multiple schools and communities