Payroll Officer

About this role The Payroll Officer position sits within the People Admin team at Discovery Schools Academies Trust in Leicester, working as part of a newly formed People Team that supports colleagues across the Trust’s schools. The role is permanent and full-time, involving 37 hours each week.

The employer seeks a candidate with experience in payroll, finance or HR administration, who demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Confident communication with schools, managers and external payroll providers is essential, as is a commitment to confidentiality and professionalism. Applicants should be proactive and solution-focused, ready to contribute ideas for process improvement.

The role offers a salary of £29,859 to £32,053 per year, inclusive of the Grade 8 Pay Point Range 23-26, and the chance to shape payroll support within a collaborative environment. Applications must be submitted via the original advert, with a closing date of 22 October 2026.