Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team at our office in Kings Hill, West Malling.
Joining us on a full time, 37.5 hour per week basis you will work in a hybrid capacity with 2 days per week based at the Kings Hill office.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
Main duties of the job
Full end to end pay cycle processing, including:
- Adding starters, leavers, contractual and personal detail changes
- Processing of statutory payments
- Changes to pensions including opt in/out and employee requests
- Processing of salary sacrifice arrangements ensuring NLW compliance
- Processing of pay relating to hours worked, allowances, bonus and other amounts as requested by the business
- Processing of deductions as required and in line with any applicable regulatory requirements
- Monitor cycles for breaches in NLW
- Review pay cycle information to identify and resolve any inconsistencies, errors or inefficiencies
- Identify and report any over or underpayments to the Payroll Manager providing sufficient evidence
- Ensure that all payrolls have the appropriate level of authorisation at local level
- Process supplementary payments ensuring that back up documentation is present where required
- Where manual payments are raised outside the pay cycle, these are then processed correctly in the subsequent run
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.
Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
- Date posted: 24 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £32,000 to £32,000 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: VPD003CC18
- Job locations: West Malling, ME19 4AE, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.
Your day-to-day...
Adding starters, leavers, contractual and personal detail changes
Processing of statutory payments
Changes to pensions including opt in/out and employee requests
Processing of salary sacrifice arrangements ensuring NLW compliance
Processing of pay relating to hours worked, allowances, bonus and other amounts as requested by the business
Processing of deductions as required and in line with any applicable regulatory requirements
Monitor cycles for breaches in NLW
Review pay cycle information to identify and resolve any inconsistencies, errors or inefficiencies
Identify and report any over or underpayments to the Payroll Manager providing sufficient evidence
Ensure that all payrolls have the appropriate level of authorisation at local level
Process supplementary payments ensuring that back up documentation is present where required
Where manual payments are raised outside the pay cycle, these are then processed correctly in the subsequent run
You are...
Excellent organisational and planning skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Good verbal and written communication skills, including report writing skills
Competent with Microsoft office
Attention to detail and accuracy
Confidentiality and adaptability
Excellent communication skills
Information gathering and monitoring skills
Problem analysis and problem solving skills
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Salary of £32,000 per year
An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Expert supervision & support
Free Health Cash plan
24 hours free GP support line
Free life assurance cover
Free eye tests
Car lease discounts
Discounted gym membership
Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
Pension scheme
Employee NHS - discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
Smart Health Toolkit - Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
What next?
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This advert is for Payroll Administrator with Cygnet Health Care in West Malling, ME19 4AE, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £32000.00 to £32000.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Sep 2026.
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