HR Operations and Payroll Manager

HR Operations and Payroll Manager

TSAT Band F, £32,429 – £36,499 FTE

Full time - 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Interview Date: Thursday 2nd April 2020

We have an opportunity for a HR Operations and Payroll Manager to join   our Trust’s central HR Team. This is an chance to join us at a really exciting time for the HR team, as we continue to develop the professional HR and Payroll services that we provide having recently bought the HR and payroll service fully in-house.

The successful applicant will lead the development our new payroll system as well as our processes and procedures, as we look to continue to build on our recent successful in-house payroll service..

You will manage and lead the day-to-day delivery of the HR operations and payroll services across the Trust and be responsible for the start-to-end payroll process across all services in line with HMRC compliance and payroll regulations. You will be the point of contact for all pension queries and liaise with Teachers’ Pension and LGPS scheme providers.

You will  support and deliver the Trust’s HR Operational Strategy in line with our HR development plan. This will include working with external organisations to offer a comprehensive and effective payroll service whilst ensuring you and the team meet and exceed KPIs and SLAs.

The successful candidate will be joining a small, welcoming team who work closely together and enjoy supporting one another.

What you will need to succeed:

• Experience of working in payroll in an education environment
• Knowledge of Teacher and Support Staff terms and conditions 
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end payroll processes
• Have experience of developing HR/Payroll systems and enhancing functionality 
• Be an experienced line manager who supports and encourages their team as well as promoting CPD
• Up to date knowledge of current payroll regulations, legislation and statutory requirements as well as knowledge of both LGPS and Teachers’ Pension schemes
• Professional qualification (CIPP desirable) or willingness to work towards one
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to prioritise an often conflicting workload
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive issues
• An aspiring leader, happy to grasp exciting CPD opportunities  
• Commitment to the Trust’s vision and ethos

Please see the attached job description for the full post holder responsibilities and person specification.

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What our Trust can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• A fun, hardworking and welcoming team who enjoy supporting each other
• Vast support network from senior leaders within the school and our Trust
• The opportunity to join a growing organisation during an extremely exciting time, with the opportunity for progression as the Trust grows in size
• Employees who join our Trust can also benefit from a discounted price of £10 per month membership of the TSAT gym, which is conveniently located on site at New Horizon’s Children’s Academy in Chatham. 
• The successful applicant will also have access to the local government pension scheme and an annual leave entitlement of 26 days, increasing to 30 after 5 years of service.
• A 24/7 employee assistance programme which provides counselling and support / advice on a wide array of areas

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent and Hampshire.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust  

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

We put our customers first in everything we do; this aligns with our Trust customer service values which are :

• Trusted
• Solution Focused
• Approachable
• Timely

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working for our Trust, please apply today! If you would like an informal conversation regarding the role please contact Lucy Chapman (Head of HR) via email on   L.Chapman@tsatrust.org.uk .    

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.