About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available for a payroll Officer to join the payroll team within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Based at Wynford House in Yeovil. This is a permanent contract working 37.5 hours per week
This is a key role that will work to support the payroll and pension teams in providing an accurate and quality payroll service to the Trust.
Main duties of the job To Provide an accurate and timely payroll service including the appointments, leavers and changes to records in the ESR payroll software system. With a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. To Process manual calculations of pay, as required, including correct application of PAYE, National Insurance, Pension contributions, Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity Pay, Adoption Leave, Parental Leave, Student Loans, Attachment Orders and other statutory/non statutory deductions and allowances. To Work to strict deadlines and be able to reprioritise workstreams when the need arises and in accordance with payroll procedures and Trust Standing Financial Instructions (SFI's). To Ensure that all adjustments to salaries are correctly approved prior to processing, in line with current policies and procedures. Deal sensitively, often in emotional circumstances regarding any queries relating to salary. Maintain knowledge and understanding of National and local terms and conditions i.e., Agenda for Change, Medical and Dental, Consultants, etc., escalating any areas requiring clarification as required, to support the accurate and timely payment of monthly salaries. Act in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, suggesting any improvements, as and when appropriate.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to a minimum of 3 GCSE Grade C or equivalent Payroll NVQ4 or equivalent qualification or relevant experience
Desirable
NHS Payroll Experience
Experience Essential
Experience in working in a high volume fast paced payroll environment
Additional Criteria Essential
Please see the attached JD
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Payroll Dept - Yeovil
Wynford House
Yeovil
Somerset
BA22 8HR
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)