Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Cranleigh, Surrey. In House ‘Senior Payroll Officer’. 37.5 hours a week, 52 weeks a year. Salary range: £33,659 - £37,257pa, plus £1,000 retention bonus (25 days holiday plus statutory public holidays paid per year). Would you like to work in an amazingly caring environment, ensuring the renumeration and reward of our valued staff who work with and support our vulnerable children and young people?

Responsibilities

• HR designated responsibilities
• Direct staff communication
• Payroll monthly input process and reconciling procedures
• Payroll monthly reporting submissions for approval by HR, then BACS finance payment approval
• Pensions administration
• Exception reporting/data analytics preparation

Requirements

We are looking for applicants who have previously worked in an in-house payroll position (with a minimum of 200 employees), preferably in a supervisory role, who are qualified with appropriate payroll certification, expected to be at least CIPP level 4, potentially working towards level 5. (Significant payroll experience at a similar level or equivalent certificates in HR Payroll or accountancy - AAT/ACCA, with demonstratable, hands-on payroll experience, may be considered). Expert knowledge of UK payroll legislation and tax regulations, proficiency in both payroll and HR software, as well as confidence with Excel and Microsoft Office, excellent communication skills with patience and empathy, and strong analytical skills. Own transport is desirable due to rural location.

Benefits

• £1,000 Retention bonus (£250 at 1 month, £250 at 12 months, £500 at 18 months employment, subject to tax and NI)
• Life insurance and Medicash
• A beautiful 23-acre site in Cranleigh, on the edge of the Surrey Hills
• Free breakfast and hot lunches
• Free car parking
• 1:1 line manager support and annual PRP
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 service)
• Mental Health and wellbeing support
• In house Team Teach training
• Full induction programme and CPD

How to Apply

Only completed application forms will be accepted. We do not consider applications made by CV only. Deadline for applications: Wednesday 3rd June 2026. Please note that we are not able to accept visa sponsorship applications for this role. Apply via the eTeach website. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure and take up of references.