
Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge and Experience
Experience of working in an office performing administrative duties
- Qualifications and Training
Good general level of education, which must include GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Qualifications and Training
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including formula) and Microsoft Word - Evidence of computer literacy and keyboard skills
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills, able to work to deadlines and manage own time
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Able to work within a team by supporting and valuing other team members and take instruction as required - Able to quickly establish rapport and credibility with others in the team
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Able to maintain confidentiality at all times with regards to staff and patients
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Able to manage sensitive and emotive situations - tactful and diplomatic
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Ability to self-analyse work and recognise own limitations to act upon them appropriately
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Excellent numeracy skills
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Able to remain impartial and non-judgmental during times of conflict
- Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Self-motivated and able to work autonomously
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge and Experience
Experience of using Sage (or equivalent) payroll system
- Knowledge and Experience
Experience of working in Payroll and Pensions or Finance department which includes payroll legislation knowledge
- Qualifications and Training
AAT or IAB book-keeping or payroll NVQ Level 3qualification
- Qualifications and Training
Educated to at least A Level or equivalent standard
- Qualifications and Training
Educated to degree level
- Qualifications and Training
Clait Award and/or ECDL or EITS
Job overview
Due to an exciting transformation project within our Payroll Team, we are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join us on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for the role to be extended. This is a part-time position working 18 hours per week over 5 days, with flexible start and finish times to help fit around personal commitments.
Your primary responsibility will be to provide administrative support to the Payroll Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in developing a career in payroll and has a natural aptitude for working with numbers to gain hands-on payroll experience and develop your skills within a supportive and friendly team.
We reserve the right to amend the closing date for this vacancy depending on application levels.
Please Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role
Main duties of the job
General Duties
- Provide additional support during periods of annual leave and sickness absence where required.
- Maintain regular attendance, punctuality, professional appearance, and compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Participate in team meetings and meetings with management
- Develop and maintain a good understanding of company policies and procedures and ensure compliance at all times.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
The postholder will embody BrisDoc’s Co-ownership model and values, contributing to a culture that prioritises care, inclusivity and a commitment delivering a high-quality service.
Essential
- Good general level of education, which must include GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) qualifications in English and Maths
- Experience of working in an office performing administrative duties
- Excellent organisational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including formula) and Microsoft Word
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills, able to work to deadlines and manage own time
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work within a team by supporting and valuing other team members and take instruction as required
- Able to maintain confidentiality at all times with regards to staff and patients
- Positive attitude and adaptable towards innovations and changing situations
- Self-motivated and able to work autonomously
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Supporting the Payroll & Pensions Manager with a range of administrative tasks within the Payroll Department, including:
- Managing the payroll inbox and responding to routine queries.
- Reviewing onboarding documentation to ensure all required information has been completed accurately.
- Processing and issuing P45s.
- Preparing and sending pension enrolment communications.
- Removing leavers from the payslip portal after the required retention period.
- Adding new starters to the pension portal.
- Creating pay advice documentation for Self-Employed GPs.
- Issuing pay advice documentation to Self-Employed GPs.
- Checking salaried staff timesheets against contracted hours and inputting approved hours into Sage.
- Maintaining accurate payroll records and supporting data validation activities.
- Undertaking general payroll administration duties as required.
The successful candidate will also:
- Assist with departmental transformation projects and process improvements.
- Support payroll-related projects as needed
- Contribute to the review and development of payroll administration processes.
Please refer to the full job description and person specification
Applicant requirements
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Payroll Administrator with BrisDoc Healthcare Services in Whitchurch, Bristol. It is listed as a Administrator role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Fixed term: 6 months (Office Based). The application deadline is 15 Nov 2026.
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