HR & Payroll Officer
The Propeller Academy Trust, Wantage, OX12 9ET17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
27 April 2026
Closing date
20 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
2 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Actual salary £38,221.00 - £45,092.00, based on 37 hours per week
HR & Payroll Officer job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised, proactive and passionate HR & Payroll Officer to join our Trust Central Team and play a pivotal role in keeping our people processes running smoothly.
The Propeller Academy Trust is dedicated to supporting young people with special needs, creating an environment where each student progresses along their own unique path. By becoming part of our dedicated and inclusive team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our schools with day-to-day HR tasks and preparing accurate payroll data for submission.
What we Offer
- Competitive salary
- Full induction programme
- Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations and on-site parking
- Flexible working options (part-time or job share considered)
- Local Government Pension (LGPS)
- Employee assistance programme
- Refer-a-friend scheme (earn up to £500)
- A strong and supportive work culture defined by teamwork
About the Role
- Prepare legally compliant HR documents including contracts, amendments and formal correspondence.
- Support recruitment processes in line with Safer Recruitment
- Develop and maintain recruitment materials, included branded candidate packs
- Handle HR/Recruitment/Payroll inboxes and provide ER admin support.
- Provide administrative support for employee relations cases.
- Manage HR, Recruitment and Payroll inboxes, ensuring timely and professional responses.
- Produce and analyse HR/payroll data, KPIs and reports.
- Submit accurate HR data for payroll, including starters, leavers, contract changes and absences.
- Liaise with the payroll provider and support statutory submissions.
- Respond to payroll queries.
- Manage auto‑enrolment cycles and support pension administration.
What We’re Looking For
- A-Level or equivalent qualification
- CIPD Level 3 (or willingness to work towards)
- Payroll-related training or certification (or willingness to work towards)
- HR experience including contracts, recruitment and compliance
- Experience preparing payroll data and liaising with external providers
- Strong communication and IT skills (Ms365)
- Excellent organisational skills
- Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
How to Apply
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, please apply online via the link provided. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
To arrange a visit or to find out more, please contact Clare Mackrell, HR Manager, hr@Propellertrust.org
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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