Payroll​/Pension Coordinator

Position: Payroll/ Pension Coordinator
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Job Title:

Payroll/ Pension Coordinator

Salary:
Between £28,000 to £32,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications, not pro rata)

Location:

Bolton, Hybrid 2 office working days

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About us

At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As one of the world’s leading providers in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual, with smaller class sizes and personalised learning plans.

Our vision is to empower every child with a world-class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning, our mission is to unlock that potential through personalised learning and opportunity, and our promise is simple: we listen, we work together, and we are accountable to one another to make the remarkable happen.

The role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Coordinator to join our busy and supportive payroll team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-focused payroll professional who has hands-on experience with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) and is confident managing end-to-end payroll processes.

What you'll do:

Processing monthly payrolls accurately and on time for a multi-site workforce

Managing all aspects of Auto enrolment and Teachers’ Pension administration, including starters, leavers, contributions, and monthly returns

Ensuring compliance with HMRC legislation and internal policies

Responding to employee payroll queries and providing excellent customer service

Supporting year-end activities, including P60s, P11

Ds, and reconciliation tasks

Assisting with audits and continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function

What we're looking for:

Demonstrable experience in payroll for a large number of employees.

Teachers’ Pension Scheme experience preferable but not essential

Strong understanding of PAYE, NI, statutory payments, and pension regulations

Strong mathematical understanding with the ability to perform accurate numerical calculations and reconciliations

Previous experience with Access (PXD) payroll software is preferable but not essential

High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail

Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a caring and supportive attitude

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Why join Outcomes First Group?

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect.

Our Vision

Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.

Our Mission

We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.

Our Promise

We Listen.
We never assume.

We work together.
To make the remarkable happen.

We are accountable.
To each other and for one another.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

Family Growth…