Payroll & Conditions Administrator (Schools)

Gloucestershire County Council; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and agile working

LGPS pension

25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Payroll Administrator (Schools) to join the Pay & Conditions Team. Based in Shire Hall, you will work full time processing payrolls for the council and external clients, handling pay queries and advising on terms and conditions.

The role requires extensive payroll experience, accuracy under monthly deadlines, and the ability to work within a strong team. There are two positions: one permanent and one 12‑month fixed term.

Qualifications

• Relevant administrative payroll experience.
• Good understanding and knowledge of payroll processes to ensure compliance.
• Excellent communication and customer service to answer tax and pay queries.
• Ability to cope under pressure and manage competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll payments and ensure timely delivery.
• Respond to pay queries via the ContactUs helpline.
• Provide guidance on employment terms and conditions.

Skills

Payroll administration

Organisationnal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Payroll Administrator (Schools) to join the Pay & Conditions Team. Based in Shire Hall, you will work full time processing payrolls for the council and external clients, handling pay queries and advising on terms and conditions.

The role requires extensive payroll experience, accuracy under monthly deadlines, and the ability to work within a strong team. There are two positions: one permanent and one 12‑month fixed term.