Part Time HR and Payroll Officer

Axcis Education Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Axcis Education is seeking a part-time HR and Payroll Officer to join their welcoming primary setting in South London. The role involves leading all HR and payroll functions within the school, ensuring compliance and a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have proven HR experience with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset, and a desire to contribute positively to a dynamic educational environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive leadership and team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR and payroll, preferably in education.
• Strong knowledge of safer recruitment.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full HR lifecycle including recruitment and onboarding.
• Ensure accurate payroll processing and oversee pension administration.
• Advise on policies and employee relations.

Skills

HR knowledge

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Level 5 CIPD qualification

Tools

Bromcom

Neo People

Job description

Working Hours: 14 hours per week over two days Location: Wallington, Surrey Start Date: 7th July 2025 (September start considered for the right candidate) Are you an experienced HR and Payroll professional looking for a rewarding part-time role within a dynamic and supportive school environment? We are seeking a committed and detail-oriented HR and Payroll Officer to join a welcoming primary setting in South London. This is a vital role providing consistent, confidential and effective HR and payroll services. The Role: You will take the lead on all HR and payroll functions within the school, working closely with senior leadership and the Trust’s wider HR team. From recruitment to onboarding, compliance, staff absence monitoring, payroll processing and pensions administration, your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full HR lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, staff files, training compliance, and exit procedures Maintain and oversee the Single Central Record (SCR) Provide advice on policies, employee relations and support line managers Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing via Neo People Oversee pension admin (LGPS and Teachers' Pensions) and liaise with finance on salary budgets Monitor absence and annual leave records Contribute to key reporting, including the School Workforce Census About You: Proven experience in HR and payroll, preferably within the education sector Strong knowledge of safer recruitment and statutory compliance Highly organised with attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills Familiarity with systems such as Bromcom and Neo People is advantageous Level 5 CIPD qualification (desirable but not essential) A proactive team player with a high level of discretion and a safeguarding mindset Benefits: Flexible working hours across two days Term time working pattern with four additional weeks (including INSET and holiday work) Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture Opportunities for professional development within a respected Multi-Academy Trust

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Patsy Boguzas

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1031