People & Payroll Officer

Inova Multi Academy Trust Limited, Sheffield, S1 4BY

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  6 July 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  19 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time, 52 weeks per year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £30,024.00 - £32,597.00

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential

• Proven experience of processing payroll in a complex organisation
• Experience working with payroll systems
• Ability to meet strict deadlines with high levels of accuracy
• Experience in People/HR administration and/or payroll
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and discretion
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Good working knowledge of Teachers’ Pay and Conditions, NJC pay frameworks, and standard education-sector entitlements.
• Working knowledge of TPS and LGPS processes, contributions, and accurate submission of required data.
• Solid understanding of core payroll legislation including PAYE, NI, statutory payments and tax codes.
• Experience processing payroll within an education, MAT or local authority setting.
• Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail and ability to reconcile payroll data.
• Competent ICT skills including Microsoft Excel and payroll software.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and comply with GDPR/data‑protection requirements.
• Ability to follow payroll procedures, interpret basic contractual terms, and escalate complex issues appropriately.
• Good communication and customer‑service skills with the ability to respond to staff queries clearly and professionally.
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and professional judgement.
• Strong organisational, coordination and delivery skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Organised and reliable, with the ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Professional, approachable, and supportive in interactions with staff across the Trust.
• Team‑focused with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Calm under pressure and committed to accuracy.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, following all safeguarding policies and maintaining an enhanced DBS clearance.
• Aspire to reflect the Trust’s values and ethos in professional conduct and communication within the Trust.
• Have a flexible work approach.
• Have the ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people.
• Have a commitment to Continuing Professional Development.
• Act in accordance with the Trust’s Code of Conduct (and for teachers - Teachers’ Standards).
• Forge positive professional relationships.

Desirable

• • CIPP Level 3+ Payroll qualification; AAT or relevant finance qualification
  • Experience within education or public sector organisations.
  • Experience using integrated HR/payroll systems.
  • Familiarity with HMRC RTI submissions and year‑end tasks (P60/P11D).
  • Awareness of IR35/off‑payroll requirements.
  • Experience supporting payroll reporting or audit preparation

What the school offers its staff

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (for non term‑time staff), rising to 31 days after 5 years of service

24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, health, relationships, work, and legal or financial issues — including counselling, CBT, and nurse advice.

We offer free, convenient staff parking across all INOVA locations.

Competitive pension schemes, including the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) and the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Access exclusive discount schemes for teachers and public service staff across retail, travel, and lifestyle.

Save on bikes and equipment through our Cycle to Work Scheme, stay active, and reduce your carbon footprint.

Annual flu vaccinations are offered free to all staff at our school sites to help keep you healthy.

Eligible colleagues can enjoy eye-care vouchers to help with regular eye tests and maintain good vision.

Discounted health cover through Westfield Health to support your wellbeing and provide extra care.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

The People & Payroll Officer is a professional operational role providing high-quality administration for the People team and payroll support services across INOVA Multi-Academy Trust.

The role exists to provide a professional, centrally governed service aligned to Trust strategy, statutory requirements and best practice.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

People & Payroll Officer Recruitment Pack.pdf - 4.67 MB (opens in new tab)

About Inova Multi Academy Trust Limited

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Inova Multi Academy Trust Limited website
• Email address: info@inovamat.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tapton-school-academy-trust

At INOVA Multi‑Academy Trust, we believe wholeheartedly that our people are our greatest strength. It is our talented, dedicated and passionate colleagues—across our schools and central team—who make it possible for our pupils to flourish. When staff feel valued, supported and empowered, they create the conditions where children and young people can thrive.


We are committed to fostering a culture where colleagues feel respected, listened to and encouraged to bring their best selves to work every day. INOVA staff consistently go above and beyond, demonstrating professionalism, creativity and care in everything they do. Their commitment is the driving force behind the high aspirations we hold for every learner.


We also recognise that working in education can be fast‑paced and demanding. That’s why we take a solutions‑focused approach, removing barriers wherever possible and ensuring our people have what they need to succeed—whether that’s protected time for wellbeing, access to outstanding professional development, or simply the space to pause for a much‑needed cup of tea.

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