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Payroll Assistant

United Kingdom, Cheltenham Employment contract 22495.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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For August 2026, Cheltenham College seeks an organised and proactive Payroll Assistant. The successful candidate will join our friendly HR & Payroll team and play an important role in delivering an accurate and efficient payroll service for staff across both Cheltenham College and Cheltenham Prep. This role would suit a highly organised and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with accuracy and thrives in a professional environment where no two days are the same.

Job Responsibility

  • Preparing and processing monthly payroll information across a range of contract types
  • Inputting and maintaining payroll data for starters, leavers and contractual changes
  • Reviewing and processing timesheets, overtime and additional payments
  • Supporting statutory payments including sickness absence and family leave
  • Assisting with pension administration and monthly pension contributions
  • Responding to staff queries relating to pay and pensions
  • Producing payroll documentation including payslips, P45s and P60s
  • Supporting HMRC submissions including FPS and EPS returns
  • Assisting with payroll reporting, audit preparation and nominal ledger reports
  • Helping ensure compliance with payroll legislation, National Minimum Wage requirements and College policies

Requirements

  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel and other IT systems
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines
  • Works well independently and collaboratively within a team
  • Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Previous payroll or HR systems experience, although training may be provided for the right candidate

Nice to have

Payroll Administration qualification

What we offer

  • Lunch during term time
  • Executive Pension Scheme
  • Complimentary membership to College's gyms and pool
  • Discounts at local retailers
  • Health & wellbeing discounts
  • Hospitality venue discounts

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