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Payroll & Pensions Administrator
Role summary
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The Payroll & Pensions Administrator supports accurate and timely payroll and pension administration for NHS employees. Requirements typically include experience in payroll, pensions, HR administration or a related finance function; good numerical ability; confidence using spreadsheets and payroll or HR systems; and knowledge of confidentiality, statutory deductions and relevant NHS policies. The successful candidate is expected to process changes accurately, meet strict monthly deadlines, respond professionally to staff enquiries, investigate discrepancies and maintain reliable records. Strong attention to detail, organisation, communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive personal information are essential. Experience with NHS payroll, Electronic Staff Record (ESR), NHS Pension Scheme procedures or statutory payroll legislation would be advantageous.
Can I work in the UK?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: NHS nurses, doctors and allied health get a Health and Care Worker visa (about 3 weeks, no health surcharge); care workers lost this route on 22 July 2025.
Before you apply: Nurses, doctors and most allied health staff must be registered or licensed locally before they start: expect checks on your degree and licence, often an English test, and often an exam or an assessment. Ask the employer who handles it and how long it takes. Most pharma and device office jobs do not need it.
Watch for: Pay follows the NHS pay bands and is usually at least GBP 25,000. Nurses and allied health also need UK professional registration; care workers cannot be sponsored from abroad.
Official source: GOV.UK: Health and Care Worker visa, your job. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Healthcare jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Registration | Join the Nursing and Midwifery Council register: English language rules and a Test of Competence |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee GBP 324 (up to 3 years) or GBP 628 (longer); no health surcharge on this visa |
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the UK
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About Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is an NHS provider serving patients across Surrey and the surrounding communities. Its main site, Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford, provides acute hospital services, specialist care, cancer services, maternity, emergency treatment and a range of community and outpatient services. The Trust also works with local healthcare partners to deliver integrated care and improve patient outcomes. As a Foundation Trust, it employs a large and diverse workforce, including clinical, administrative, technical and support staff. Employees generally receive NHS benefits such as a structured pay framework, occupational pension, annual leave, training opportunities and access to staff wellbeing support. The Trust values compassionate care, teamwork, inclusion, safety and continuous improvement. A Payroll & Pensions Administrator contributes behind the scenes by ensuring staff are paid correctly and receive accurate pension support.