Payroll Assistant - Part Time

JTL; England; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading training provider in the UK is seeking a Payroll Support role to ensure a high-quality in-house payroll service. This part-time position requires maintaining accurate records, advising employees on payroll matters, and submitting statutory returns. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 payroll qualification or at least two years of payroll experience, excellent administration, and strong IT skills. The role offers excellent benefits, including a pension scheme, generous leave, and professional development support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme with matched contributions

Life assurance and occupational sick pay

Optional private healthcare after probation

Gym membership discount scheme

CPD support for professional qualifications

Retail discounts and season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Excellent administration and time management skills are essential for this role.
• Knowledge of employment law is critical for advising employees accurately.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Word, Excel, and Outlook, are required.

Responsibilities

• Support the payroll process ensuring high quality standards.
• Act as main point of contact during Payroll Manager's absence.
• Keep updated on changes to employment and tax legislation.

Skills

Excellent administration and time management skills

Good working knowledge of Employment Law

Excellent IT skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Education

Level 3 payroll qualification or minimum of 2 years payroll experience

Job description

Location & Hours

Location: Home based, with travel required on occasion to JTL Head Office in Orpington.

Working pattern/hours: Part Time, 21 hours per week.

Salary: Up to £25,575 (FTE) based on skills & experience (£15,345 pro rata).

About JTL

JTL is one of the largest work-based training providers in England and Wales. We work with over 8,000 learners and more than 3,000 employers across England and Wales in more than 100 locations. We are an Ofsted recognised Good provider and a registered charity, meaning every penny JTL receive is reinvested into the training we offer.

About the role

Job Purpose:
To support a high quality and professional in-house payroll service to all JTL Group’s current and potential employees and to provide support for the accurate and timely processing of payroll ensuring that appropriate statutory deductions are made and paid.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Support the Payroll Manager through the payroll process from “starter” to “leaver” ensuring high quality standards are maintained.
• Act as main point of contact during the absence of the Payroll Manager ensuring tasks are completed competently and accurately.
• Keep abreast of changes to employment and tax legislation and provide accurate advice to all employees as well as making recommendations for improvement to processes to the Payroll Manager.
• Administer appropriate deductions and maintain accurate records of the Company’s salary sacrifice schemes including Cars, pensions and Childcare Vouchers.
• Administer accurate and timely payments to the Company’s pension providers Aviva, ensuring that all requirements are met and any queries are resolved promptly.
• Provide any required advice and guidance on payroll matters to managers and employees.
• Oversee the timely and accurate submission of all statutory returns to HMRC, using RTI, and other government departments including P11Ds and Gender Pay Gap.
• Process absence including deductions for sickness accurately and liaise with employees sympathetically and confidentially.
• Proactively engage in customer focus by handling any general pay queries and issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain People documents so they contain the appropriate up-to-date information, in line with internal and external requirements.
• Provide reports and information as requested by management and internal and external auditors under the guidance of the Payroll Manager.
• Participate in other ad hoc work as directed by the Payroll Manager.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements:

• Level 3 payroll qualification and/or minimum of 2 years payroll experience
• Excellent administration and time management skills.
• Good working knowledge of Employment Law.
• Excellent IT skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Desirable:

• Current working experience with HR databases.
• Experience of Pay Circle

Please note: This position includes a substantial training period during the first three months of employment. During this time, the successful candidate will be based at our head office in Orpington.

Why join JTL?

At JTL, we believe in nurturing not only our apprentices, but also our employees. We offer a rewarding career path & excellent benefits. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rated for part time employees), with extra days for long service and a Christmas shutdown
• Generous pension scheme with matched contributions and additional employer top-up.
• Life assurance and occupational sick pay.
• Optional private healthcare after probation, plus a free annual health check after three years.
• Gym membership discount scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• CPD support, including funding for professional qualifications, ongoing training, and paid professional memberships.
• Additional benefits such as a corporate wear allowance, retail discounts, and season ticket loans.

Our Safeguarding Commitment

JTL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all its employees to share this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Please note that our organisation will be closed for part of the Christmas and New Year period. As a result, the shortlisting process may take longer than usual, and interviews are likely to be scheduled for January 2026.

Ready to make a difference and build a fulfilling career? Apply today!