Modern Apprentice Payroll - Newtown St Boswells - SBO09654

Scottish Borders Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is offering a Modern Apprenticeship opportunity in Payroll for individuals aged 16 to 24. The role involves assisting with processing payroll information and claims, while working towards a recognised qualification. Ideal candidates should have strong numerical and communication skills, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to complete the apprenticeship program. This position offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment, contributing to the payroll process for council employees.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be aged 16 to 24 at the start of the apprenticeship.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme.
• Good general education as a strong foundation for learning.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with processing Starters, Leavers and Changes of contracts.
• Processing employee claims, sickness, maternity and absences.
• Understanding payroll processing and statutory regulations.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Good general education

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Job Details

Grade: SLGLW

Hourly Rate: £13.06

Salary: £23834.47 per annum

Contract Duration: Temporary until 31st January 2028

Hours: - 35

Location: Agile working – Council HQ /Home Based

Please note interviews will be held week commencing 12 January 2026

Recruitment Profile

Are you ready to kick‑start your career in Payroll and make a real difference across the Scottish Borders Council? We’re offering a fantastic Modern Apprenticeship opportunity for a motivated individual to join our HR Shared Services, Payroll Team.

This is an opportunity to be part of the payroll team, processing payments to all employees of Scottish Borders Council, alongside undertaking a professionally recognised qualification. You will gain hands‑on experience, develop key Payroll skills, and work alongside experienced professionals who will support your growth and development every step of the way.

Role Purpose: As part of the apprenticeship you will be required to engage with a training provider to obtain the desired qualification in Payroll and have regular meetings with the supervisor and/or assessor.

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting with processing Starters, Leavers and Changes of contracts to ensure correct payroll payment.
• Assisting with processing employee claims, sickness, maternity and other family related periods of absence.
• Gain an understanding of payroll processing, audit and all the statutory processes and regulations that must be followed.

What we’re looking for

• A genuine interest in Payroll.
• Strong numerical, communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a busy, supportive team.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme.

Essential

• Good general education as a strong foundation for learning and development as well as IT skills to support and improve our systems.
• Excellent communication abilities to collaborate across teams and departments, with a positive and challenging approach to problem‑solving and innovation.

In line with Scottish Borders Council priorities, applicants must be aged 16 to 24 at the start of the Apprenticeship.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Ian Angus at [e-mail].

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.