Operations Business Partner (HR & Payroll)

Ref: SCH-PAT-0456

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust, comprising of nine schools, seven primary schools and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Our modern, recently renovated, central office is situated in the Barracks Business Centre, and we offer all our staff a range of fantastic benefits.

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Business Partner (HR & Payroll) to join our high performing Trust. The postholder will provide a proactive response on matters relating to transactional HR, payroll, and operational support on behalf of the Trust. This is a new and exciting opportunity for a hardworking, committed colleague to become part of our growing Central Team.

Reporting directly to the Director of People & Culture, you will take responsibility for supporting our schools during the recruitment process including coordinating adverts, job descriptions and pre-employment checks. Working with the wider ‘People Team’, you will manage the payroll process in liaison with the Trust’s external payroll provider, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of pay.

We wish to appoint positive people who want to make a difference. We wish to appoint people that understand and believe in our guiding principles and values.

To be successful in this role you will have experience of administering payroll and financial systems, have good written and verbal communication skills and experience of managing employee onboarding procedures including recruitment, contracts, and pre-employment checks.

We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcome and happy to have chosen us from day one.

For further information, or to arrange an informal discussion with Pam Hewitt, Director of People & Culture, please contact recruitment@patrust.org.uk. To submit your application, kindly click here to access our website and utilise our Face-Ed system. The deadline for submissions in 10am on Monday 19th February 2024.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, extending a warm welcome to applications from individuals of all backgrounds. At the Pontefract Academies Trust, our unwavering commitment is to provide full support and ensure the safety of children and young people. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting their welfare at all times.

It's important to note that any employment offer is subject to the successful receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and completion of pre-employment checks. Additionally, shortlisted applicants will be invited to provide a self-declaration form, reinforcing our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all.