Payroll Apprentice
The Tax Partnership (Derby) LTD · Derby · posted 20 October 2026
Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Payroll administrator (level 3)
Starts
30 November 2026
Closing date
20 November 2026
Positions
1
Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the preparation and processing of weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls.
- Inputting employee payroll information accurately onto payroll software.
- Processing new starters and leavers.
- Assisting with pension administration and auto-enrolment duties.
- Helping to prepare payroll reports and summaries.
- Supporting the payroll team with HMRC and payroll-related administration.
- Responding to client payroll queries by email and telephone.
- Maintaining accurate employee and client records.
- Assisting with statutory payments, including SSP, SMP and SPP.
- Learning payroll legislation and keeping up to date with changes.
- Providing general administrative support to the payroll department.
- Following company policies regarding confidentiality and data protection.
Your training
Training will take place online via Microsoft teams bi-weekly
Where it leads
Opportunity for a full time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme
About The Tax Partnership (Derby) LTD
The Tax Partnership is a well-established accountancy practice based in Derby, providing accountancy, taxation, payroll, bookkeeping and business advisory services to a wide range of clients. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Payroll Apprentice and begin a rewarding career in payroll and accountancy.
Skills they're looking for
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skills
Entry requirements
- GCSE 5 GCSEs including maths and english (grade 4/C) — essential
Where you'll work
- 2 CHEAPSIDE, DERBY, DE1 1BR