Payroll Officer
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Wigan, WN1 1XX
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
9 September 2026
7 days left
Job description
This is a key role that will work with and support payroll and pension colleagues in providing an accurate and quality payroll service to the Trust an...
- Provide an accurate and timely payroll service including the appointments/transfer of staff in the ESR payroll software system. With a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Process manual calculations of pay, as required, including correct application of Income Tax, National Insurance, Pension contributions, Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity Pay, Adoption Leave, Parental Leave, Student Loans, Attachment Orders and other statutory/non statutory deductions and allowances.
- Work to strict deadlines and re-priorities workstreams when the need arises and in accordance with payroll procedures and Trust Standing Financial Instructions (SFI's).
- Support the development of service delivery throughout the organisation.
- Ensure that all adjustments to salaries are correctly approved prior to processing, in line with current policies and procedures.
- Deal sensitively, often in emotional circumstances regarding any queries relating to salary.
- Maintain knowledge and understanding of National and local terms and conditions i.e., Agenda for Change, Medical and Dental, Consultants, etc., escalating any areas requiring clarification as required, to support the accurate and timely payment of monthly salaries.
- Act in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, suggesting any improvements, as and when appropriate.
Provide an accurate and timely payroll service including the appointments/transfer of staff in the ESR payroll software system. With a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Process manual calculations of pay, as required, including correct application of Income Tax, National Insurance, Pension contributions, Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity Pay, Adoption Leave, Parental Leave, Student Loans, Attachment Orders and other statutory/non statutory deductions and allowances. Work to strict deadlines and re-priorities workstreams when the need arises and in accordance with payroll procedures and Trust Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs). Support the development of service delivery throughout the organisation. Ensure that all adjustments to salaries are correctly approved prior to processing, in line with current policies and procedures. Deal sensitively, often in emotional circumstances regarding any queries relating to salary. Maintain knowledge and understanding of National and local terms and conditions i.e., Agenda for Change, Medical and Dental, Consultants, etc., escalating any areas requiring clarification as required, to support the accurate and timely payment of monthly salaries. Act in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, suggesting any improvements, as and when appropriate. Maintain confidential records, both paper and electronic, for all employees, including National Insurance, Income Tax, Pension, Attachment Orders, and other relevant data in accordance with both Trust and Statutory regulations. Resolve queries on all matters relating to pay and pensions, by telephone, in writing, by email and/or in person. Ensure information held in the payroll system is current, enabling other departments to provide statistical data. Maintain an effective working relationship within the team, across the organisation, and with internal and external stakeholders.
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values.
People at the Heart
Listen and Involve
Kind and Respectful
ONE Team
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. We are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's grades A-C including Maths and English or equivalent experience
- NVQ level 4, Certificate in Payroll Management, or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- ECDL
- Public Sector Pensions Administration (QPSPA) qualification
- CIPP Membership
Experience
Essential
- Income Tax (PAYE) calculations
- National Insurance calculations
- Student Loans
- Statutory Sick and Maternity Payments
- Attachment Orders
- Workplace Pension schemes
- Pension Auto/Re-enrolment
- Use of computer applications for reporting writing and complex queries (A/I)
Desirable
- NHS Payroll Experience
- E-expense system/s
- Electronic Staff Record (ESR), including Business Intelligence Reporting
- Understanding of NHS Terms and Conditions of Service
- Oracle systems
- Pensions Online
Skills
Essential
- Complex manual calculation of gross and net salaries
- Produce and analyse reports
- Prioritise own workload to ensure deadlines are achieved
- Maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with information
- Able to analyse, interpret, present, and communicate information to staff at all levels
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and change priorities at short notice
- Work under pressure and ability to concentrate for long periods
Desirable
- Advanced IT e.g., Web ADI, Excel
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literacy e.g. Microsoft Office
- GDPR
Desirable
- Electronic Staff Record Knowledge
- NHS Terms and Conditions of Service
Additional
Essential
- Able to work on own initiative
- Effective team player
- Flexible attitude to work
- Ability to travel independently between sites when required
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
26 August 2026
Last checked
28 August 2026
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