HR and Payroll Administrator

Gordonstoun is a people-focused organisation, and our staff are our greatest asset. That’s why effective HR is at the heart of what makes Gordonstoun exceptional. Our HR approach is centred on supporting our people—from recruitment through to retirement—to ensure they thrive throughout their time with us.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive administrator to help ensure the smooth running of our HR function. This role will involve processing payroll transactions and providing general administrative support across the department as needed.

In this role, your main responsibilities will include:

• Recruitment & onboarding support
• Contract preparation & updates
• Pre-employment checks (including PVG & references)
• Compliance with audit requirements
• HR database & records maintenance
• Staff training records & refresher coordination
• Monthly payroll processing & administration
• Liaison with pension providers and HMRC
• Regulatory compliance (GTCS, SSSC, PVG, NMC, Care Inspectorate)
• Staff  administration
• Support with HR projects and ad hoc tasks

View the job description for further information on this exciting new opportunity.

Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups.

If you’re excited to learn more, please email or contact us on ( .

Closing date: 4th March 2026 (An immediate start is available)

About the School

Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. xekaoyc Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.

If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.