Exciting opportunity to join our team as a Payroll Officer in Wath-upon-Dearne on a temporary 12-month maternity cover contract
Who Are We?
At Health Transportation Group UK (HTG-UK), we are one of the UKs leading providers of Non-Emergency Patient Transport, supporting thousands of vulnerable patients across the UK. We proudly serve the NHS, completing over 800,000 essential journeys every year.
We deliver services across a growing number of NHS contracts, including North East Lincolnshire, Mid and South Essex, Dorset, Cornwall & Isles of Scilly, Norfolk & Waveney, and Suffolk and North East Essex. With 22 operational bases and a dedicated team of over 1,200 passionate professionals, we provide safe, caring, and high-quality transport services nationwide.
What Can You Expect?
We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented, and reliable Payroll Officer to join the growing HTG-UK team on a temporary maternity cover contract of up to 12 months, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to play a key role within a busy and supportive team, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining the highest standards of payroll compliance.
As a Payroll Officer, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring all salaries, wages, deductions, and statutory payments are administered in line with company policies, current legislation, and HMRC requirements. You will take ownership of maintaining payroll records, resolving payroll queries, and ensuring employees receive the highest level of service while contributing to the continued success of our organisation.
Summary Of Main Duties Include
- Processing weekly and monthly payroll for all employees, including overtime and bonuses.
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Maintain and update payroll records, always ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
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Collaborating with HR and Finance teams to provide reports, insights, and support for compliance reviews.
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Resolving payroll discrepancies reported by staff and management and responding promptly to employee inquiries.
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Ensuring compliance with relevant payroll legislation and reporting requirements.
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Assisting with year-end processes, including P60s and audits.
Whats In It For You?
- Competitive Salary - £27,534 per annum
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Contractual Sick Pay after 12 months service
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Employee Assistance Programme delivered by the UKs #1 EAP service- Health Assured
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Generous Holiday Allowance 25 days + 8 bank holidays
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Increased Holiday Allowance for long service
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Refer a Friend Earn up to £500 for each friend you bring on board
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Pension Scheme
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Full Controller/Planner training induction and ongoing mentorship
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Opportunities to grow and develop
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Engaging Workplace Culture with regular company updates and Employee of the Month
We are Looking for Great People Who:
- Previous payroll experience is essential.
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Strong knowledge of payroll systems and legislation.
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Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
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Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment
Patient safety is our priority. To work for HTG-UK you will need:
- Enhanced DBS Check (conducted during onboarding if successful)
- Right to Work in the UK
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence
- Satisfactory Employment and Character References
- A Satisfactory Medical Assessment
- Successful candidates will also need to successfully complete a two-week mandatory training course on commencement of employment.
Equal Opportunities
The Companys Equal Opportunities policy affirms our commitment to ensure that no patient, employee or job applicant faces discrimination - whether directly or indirectly based on gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, responsibility for dependants, disability, religion, belief, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, trade union activity, social background, health status, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown as justifiable.
Safeguarding
The organisation takes the issues of Safeguarding Children, Adults and addressing domestic violence very seriously and therefore all employees at HTG-UK are expected to:
- Attend mandatory training on Safeguarding children and adults
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Ensure they are familiar with their and the organisations requirements under relevant legislation
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Adhere to all relevant national and local policies, procedures, and professional codes
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Report any concerns to the appropriate authority
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Maintaining professional boundaries as a Person in a Position of Trust (PiPoT)
