We are seeking to appoint an Apprentice
Payroll Administrator.
21 Months Fixed Term Apprenticeship
Previous applicants for this position need not apply
Closing Date for applications is: 28th June 2026
Interviews to be held on 13th July 2026
Aims of Job/Job Purpose
Working in People Services the Administration Apprentice role will be a very rewarding experience. You will work within the payroll department providing administration support assisting in maintaining payroll systems and employee information and developing knowledge of the processes.
The Administration Apprentice must be dedicated and committed to accuracy at all times and ensure strict confidentiality at all times.
Examples of Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
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To attend a college course approx. one day a week Undertake relevant training through day release to complete the Apprenticeship course.
- Deal with divisional telephone enquiries and respond to queries in a professional manner
- Carry out general administrative duties, which will involve the use of all Microsoft packages and internal IT systems.
- Assist in the maintenance of college payroll databases and systems
- Input relevant data onto College systems ensuring that information is checked and recorded accurately
- To assist in the maintenance and updating of finance systems
- Assist with the administration for authorised car users and staff absences
- General office administration to include dealing with post, answering the telephone, photocopying, filing and typing, word processing and minute taking.
- Attend and contribute to divisional meetings
- Carry out any reasonable instructions, including additional duties commensurate with the level and grading of this post.
We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.
Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by, providing outstanding education, training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of the learners, employers and other key stakeholders.
At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and imbedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.
For further details about the role and how to apply:
To apply, please click onto the "Apply Online" button below.
If you have any queries not specified in the Job Description, please contact the People Services team by email to
[email protected]
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks. including, enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.
All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5-year period.
An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are employers cannot take them into account.
Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of learners.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
