We are looking for a Payroll Officer to join the Finance team at Taunton School. This role is based in Taunton, England, United Kingdom.
Responsibilities
* Manage and administer the payroll and pension systems for approximately 650 staff.
* Report directly to the Finance Director and work closely with the Finance Manager and HR team.
* Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, meeting statutory compliance.
* Support the pension scheme administration and reporting.
* Maintain up‑to‑date payroll records and contribute to process improvement.
Qualifications
* Relevant qualifications in payroll, finance or a related field.
* Experience managing large payroll and pension schemes.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Team player with a positive, flexible attitude.
* Experience within an educational setting is an advantage but not essential.
Benefits
* Additional leave
* Bereavement leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free or subsidised travel
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On‑site gym
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Working Hours & Salary
Full‑time, Permanent – 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Pay: £30,000.00–£34,500.00 per year.
Equal opportunities
Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability or age. We particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups.
Application deadline
Applications close at midday on midnight 4th January 2026.
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