Payroll Specialist - #1774853

Payroll Support Specialist

Sheffield | Full-time, Permanent | Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days WFH)

We're on a mission to support schools and teachers with innovative, reliable solutions – and we’re looking for a skilled Payroll Support Specialist to join our Customer Operations team in Sheffield.

If you're a payroll pro who thrives on solving problems, delivering exceptional customer service, and wants to make an impact in education – this could be the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our dynamic payroll support team, you’ll:

Respond to payroll queries across multiple channels with professionalism and accuracy

Handle complex queries related to tax, pensions, NI, statutory leave, and deductions

Support year-end processes (P60s, P11Ds), and validate Year-To-Date data

Be a go-to technical expert on payroll and statutory requirements in the education sector

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver seamless support

Coach colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement in service delivery

Drive excellence in customer experience, aligned with KPIs and payroll compliance

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• 3+ years’ payroll experience (education sector a bonus!)


• Preferably a professional payroll qualification (CIPP or equivalent)


• Solid understanding of statutory deductions and payroll legislation


• Confident communicator and natural problem-solver


• Skilled in handling software systems and data validation


• Calm under pressure, helpful, and ready to go the extra mile


• GCSEs A*-C in Maths and English + A-levels preferred

What You’ll Get in Return:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30!)


• 5% pension after probation


• Modern, central Sheffield office with hybrid flexibility


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)


• Free eye care + Life Assurance


• Monthly Tes Socials


• Discounted city centre parking


• Access to a full suite of lifestyle and wellbeing perks via My Benefits World

Why Tes?

At Tes, we don’t just serve the education sector, we champion it. Our team is united by a shared purpose and empowered by cutting-edge tools and a supportive culture.

Ready to support the people who support our schools?

Apply now and help us power the future of education.