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
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. As we are unable to sponsor anyone requiring a visa for this role candidates must therefore be able to provide their own right to work in the UK.
Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.