Salary: From £28,254 to £29,755 (pro rata) per year *pay award pending
Grade: 3
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 24 hours per week, Tuesday - Thursday
Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Behind every successful workforce is a great support team.
As our workforce grows, we're looking for a part time Payroll and Training Assistant to join us and help deliver an efficient, accurate and customer-focused payroll and training service. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and providing high-quality administrative support.
From preparing payroll information and supporting employee onboarding to coordinating training activities and maintaining key records, you'll be an integral part of a team that supports colleagues across the business and helps ensure our people have everything they need to succeed.
You will have payroll experience, a good understanding of terms and conditions of employment, and strong Excel skills. You will be able to confidently manage data, meet deadlines and provide outstanding customer service. Whilst the regular working days for this role will be Tuesdays to Thursdays, due to the nature of payroll deadlines a flexible approach is essential, including the ability to work additional hours when required to provide holiday cover and ensure continuity of service.
Read the full job description for the Payroll and Training Assistant here
Why join NY Highways?
We offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support you both in and outside of work:
Pay & Security
· Competitive salary from £28,254 per year (pro rata) *pay award pending with annual progression
- Pension scheme with up to 6% matched employer contributions
Work-Life Balance
· 24 days annual leave (pro rata) rising each year up to 29 + bank holidays.
- Local working to support a better work-life balance
Career Development
· Commitment to developing and growing our own talent
Health & Wellbeing
· Employee Assistance Programme
- Health and wellbeing support services
Everyday Benefits
· Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts
- Cycle to Work and Home Technology schemes
About NY Highways
NY Highways delivers vital infrastructure and maintenance services across almost 5,800 miles of roads, helping keep North Yorkshire connected and moving. We’re a modern, inclusive organisation that values its people and takes pride in the essential services we provide to communities. Find out more here
Interested?
To apply, click below complete a short application form which includes uploading a copy of your CV.
For an informal chat, contact Ashley Benford at [email protected] or call 07814 932 389
Key Dates
The deadline for applications is midnight on Sunday 2nd August 2026
Interviews to be held in Northallerton on w/c 10th August 2026
We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline.
NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.
We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.
At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.
