HR & Payroll Administrator - MAT53

We are looking for someone to join our Trust HR team to provide administrative support for a range of HR and Payroll activities from recruitment through to leavers across our Trust, acting as first point of contact for queries, escalating as required. Various flexible working arrangements will be considered for the right applicant.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who can:

  • Support the delivery of high-quality HR services across our Trust
  • Provide support with HR, payroll and pension administration
  • Work with others to help improve work organisation and effectiveness

You will be:

  • A quick learner who can apply their administrative experience within an HR and payroll context
  • A highly motivated and hard-working person with a commitment to customer care and service
  • A team-player who can develop positive relationships with colleagues
  • Someone who will support the Trust’s Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values

What our Trust can offer:

  • Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos
  • Enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
  • A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme providing support and counselling for home-life and work-related issues
  • Free secure onsite parking
  • Membership of a pension scheme

Abbey Multi Academy Trust is a group of eight academies (three secondary, five primary) in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale. All our academies share in the Trust’s mission to work 'In Partnership to 'Educate, Nurture and Empower'.

For more information about us or our academies visit

Abbey Multi Academy Trust

To find out more about the position, please contact Liz Edwards, Head of HR via liz.edwards@abbeytrust.org. If you have questions about the recruitment process, please email recruitment@abbeytrust.org.

Closing date: Sunday 19th June 2022

Interview date: To be confirmed

Abbey Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our local communities.

Name & Registered Office:

Abbey Multi Academy Trust
c/o Chapter House
Abbey Grange Church of England Academy
Butcher Hill
Leeds
LS16 5EA
Registered Company Number: 07705552