Apprentice Workforce Assistant – Payroll

Warwickshire County Council,

Are you looking to start a career in payroll and gain a nationally recognised qualification while earning? We have an exciting opportunity to join our Payroll team as a Payroll Apprentice, where you’ll learn, develop and make a real impact from day one.

As a Payroll Apprentice, you’ll play an active role in supporting the delivery of a customer-focused payroll service. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, while contributing to continuous service improvements. This role will support you to complete a Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship, giving you the skills, knowledge and experience needed to build a successful career in payroll.

• Supporting day-to-day payroll processes, including inputting data and basic calculations
• Responding to customer queries and providing excellent service
• Assisting with payroll-related projects and administrative tasks
• Producing and maintaining accurate data and reports
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Helping identify opportunities to improve processes and simplify ways of working
• Using technology, automation and AI tools to improve payroll efficiency, accuracy and service delivery

We’re looking for someone who is motivated, organised and keen to learn. You’ll also have:

• GCSEs (Grade 9–4) or equivalent in English and Maths
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office and Outlook)
• Ability to manage your time and meet deadlines
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to travel to work settings when required

• Earn while you learn with a recognised qualification
• Gain valuable experience in a professional payroll environment
• Work in a supportive team with opportunities to develop
• Be part of a service that makes a real difference

Further information about your apprenticeship can be found by visiting the link below:

Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship | MBKB Training

This role is an Apprenticeship First role which means this position will progress into a permanent role as a Workforce Assistant in Payroll, subject to successful completion of the apprenticeship and suitable performance.

For further information please see the

Job Description and

Person Specification:

Apprentice Workforce Assistant – Payroll.

Working for Warwickshire – This is the difference you make. Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision; could you be one of them?

At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire’s economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.

Your future matters to us. We provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit:
Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage – Warwickshire Pension Fund

The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform.

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The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

To discuss the role please contact Joeanne Bourne by emailing joean

Closing date: 11th June 2026

Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact hran and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements.

Warwickshire County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce. See more