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HR and Payroll Administrator

Extend Learning Academies Network
Full-time
On-site
Weston-Super-Mare, United Kingdom

Looking for a role that combines HR expertise with work-life balance?

Join ELAN as an HR and Payroll Administrator and become part of a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants a rewarding role with school-term flexibility.

Location: ELAN Central Team, Locking, Weston-super-Mare

Starting salary: £23,089.00 per annum (actual salary)

Hours: 37 hours per week (flexibility on hours available), term-time only plus 37 INSET hours (12 weeks holiday/time off per year)

Contract: Permanent

Advert closing date: 12 February 2026

Interview date: 24 February 2026

Key responsibilities

  • Act as the first point of contact for HR and payroll queries.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and process payroll data.
  • Support recruitment campaigns and pre-employment checks (DBS, right-to-work).
  • Administration of absence data and occupational health referrals.
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding and employment legislation.
  • Prepare reports and maintain HR and payroll systems.

What we’re looking for

  • Strong IT skills, including MS Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Previous HR administration and payroll experience.
  • Maths GCSE Grade C/4 minimum or a Functional Skills Level 2 qualification.
  • English GCSE Grade C/4 minimum.

Why work with ELAN?

  • Term-time position with flexibility on hours for better work-life balance.
  • A friendly, collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
  • Annual salary increments.
  • 5 days paid carers leave (pro-rata)

This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. As we are unable to sponsor anyone requiring a visa for this role candidates must therefore be able to provide their own right to work in the UK.