Looking for a role that combines HR expertise with work-life balance?

Join ELAN as an HR and Payroll Administrator and become part of a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants a rewarding role with school-term flexibility.

Location: ELAN Central Team, Locking, Weston-super-Mare

Actual salary:  £23,089.00 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week (flexibility on hours available), term-time only

Contract: Permanent

Advert closing date: 4 January 2026

Key responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR and payroll queries.
• Maintain accurate employee records and process payroll data.
• Support recruitment campaigns and pre-employment checks (DBS, right-to-work).
• Oversee absence management and occupational health referrals.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and employment legislation.
• Prepare reports and maintain HR and payroll systems.

What we’re looking for

• Strong IT skills, including MS Word and advanced Excel.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous HR administration and payroll experience.
• Maths GCSE Grade C/4 minimum or a Functional Skills Level 2 qualification.
• English GCSE Grade C/4 minimum.

Why work with ELAN?

• Term-time hours for better work-life balance.
• A friendly, collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Annual salary increments and additional benefits.

This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974