Payroll Assistant

Payroll Assistant

Location: Sunderland College – Bede Campus
Contract: Temporary Assignment
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week)
Duration: Immediate Start – End of August 2026
Employer: The Supply Register (on behalf of Education Partnership North East)

Enhanced DBS: Required for this role

The Supply Register is currently recruiting for a Payroll Assistant to support the payroll team at Sunderland College's Bede Campus. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator looking to gain valuable experience within a busy and supportive education environment.

Starting as soon as possible, this full-time temporary assignment will run until the end of August and will play a key role in supporting payroll operations during a busy period.

The Role

As a Payroll Assistant, you will provide administrative support to the payroll function, ensuring employee records and payroll information are processed accurately and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with the preparation and processing of payroll information

Maintaining accurate employee records and payroll data

Supporting payroll queries from employees and managers

Processing timesheets and payroll-related documentation

Ensuring data is entered accurately and in a timely manner

Assisting with general administrative duties within the payroll team

Supporting compliance with payroll procedures and regulations

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Previous administrative experience

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information professionally

A reliable and proactive approach to work

Desirable:

Previous payroll experience

Experience working with payroll systems

Experience working within education or public sector environments

Why Work with The Supply Register?

⭐ Full-time opportunity with an immediate start
⭐ Gain experience within a busy payroll function
⭐ Weekly pay and competitive hourly rates
⭐ Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
⭐ Opportunity to work within a respected education organisation

Safeguarding Statement

The Supply Register and Education Partnership North East are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

Apply now via The Supply Register to be considered for this Payroll Assistant opportunity at Sunderland College
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed