Trainee Payroll Officer

Health Jobs UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a candidate with essential qualifications including GCSEs and experience with Microsoft products. The role demands understanding of confidentiality issues in a healthcare setting. Apply soon as the vacancy may close earlier than the deadline.

Qualifications

• Essential criteria: 4 GCSEs grade C or above
• Essential criteria: Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office packages
• Desirable criteria: Experience of working with PCs and technology

Skills

Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office packages

Understanding and knowledge of dealing with sensitive and confidential issues

Education

4 GCSEs grade C or above (including mathematics)

Tools

Experience with PCs and technology

Experience of ESR system

Job description

Overview

Detailed job description and main responsibilities. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Read the Job Description and Person Specification to be well prepared to apply. This document provides details about the Trust, our benefits and how we care for you as you care for others.

Person specification

Qualifications & Education

• Essential criteria: 4 GCSEs grade C or above (including mathematics)

Knowledge & Experience

• Essential criteria: Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office packages
• Essential criteria: Understanding and knowledge of dealing with sensitive and confidential issues, work policies and procedures (GDPR)

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working with PCs and technology
• Experience of ESR system
• Knowledge of NHS Terms & Conditions of service, including Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental

Important application information

Dear Potential Applicant,

It is important you are aware of the following regarding your application to East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust:

• The salary advertised is for full-time hours. If this post is less than 37.5 hours per week, the salary will be pro-rata. For posts on Agenda for Change pay-scales, new entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the first pay point of the relevant band.
• This vacancy may close before the published closing date if the recruiting manager deems sufficient applications have been received. Complete your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Check the email account from which you apply regularly; we will contact you regarding your application.
• Shortlisting is completed anonymously with candidates assessed against the essential criteria. Only applicants who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria in their application will be short-listed.

Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS)

If the role requires DBS checks, the offer of employment is provisional upon a satisfactory DBS check being obtained. The healthcare sector is exempted from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Trust may pass the cost of DBS checks to applicants who are successfully appointed; banks and volunteering scenarios may differ. The cost details: Enhanced £54.40; Standard £26.40; Basic £26.40. DBS checks remain free for volunteer positions. The Trust is an equal opportunities employer with a Zero Tolerance policy to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment, and aims to protect children and vulnerable adults through recruitment to positions of trust.

We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or social background. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities due to identified under-representation. Appointments will be made on merit. Applicants who have a disability and meet essential criteria will be interviewed if you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require reasonable adjustment at any recruitment stage, contact the recruitment services team.

Phone: [phone]; Email: [email protected]; Address: Employment Services, Parkview Offices, Haslingden Road, Blackburn, BB2 3HH.

Thanks for viewing this advert; we look forward to receiving your application. The vacancy may close earlier than the published date if sufficient applications are received. Check earnings and progression by email updates to the account used to apply (including spam/junk). The Trust is an equal opportunities employer with a Zero Tolerance policy on aggression, violence, bullying and harassment. We recruit to positions of trust and aim to protect children and vulnerable adults.

Supporting information

The supporting information section showcases how your qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience align with the job description and person specification. Recruiting managers score applications based on the person specification criteria. Provide real-life examples of how you meet the criteria, including work, education and personal experiences. Structure your supporting information with clear headings or bullet points to help navigate the application.

Additional notes

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when writing job applications

If you use AI or tools to assist in writing your application, personalise the information, especially your supporting information. AI cannot fully grasp job requirements and may generate false information. AI-generated applications can be generic and impersonal and may not accurately reflect your qualifications. Personalise your statement in your own voice.

We advise applicants to declare AI use if applied for; this is monitored as part of the application process.

Young People

Note: a young person must be in part-time education or training until 18. If you are under 18, full-time employment is not available unless in an apprenticeship role.

Disclosure and Barring Service checks

If the role requires a DBS check, the cost may be recovered from salary or paid upfront, depending on the arrangement. Current DBS charges: Basic £26.40, Standard £26.40, Enhanced £54.40. DBS checks are free for volunteers. See the DBS Code of Practice. All staff and volunteers must comply with Trust Infection Prevention and Control processes.

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We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 368.4 KB)
• Privacy Notice (PDF, 305.1 KB)
• Benefits of working at ELHT (PDF, 1.2 MB)
• Additional Candidate information 2024 (PDF, 408.6 KB)