Apprentice Payroll Administrator @ Camfaud Concrete Pumps

Location: High Road, Thornwood Common, Epping, CM16 6LU

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Camfaud Concrete Pumps?

Camfaud Concrete Pumps Ltd is the UK’s leading concrete pump hire company with over 300 staff across nationwide depots. As part of our ongoing investment in talent and operational excellence, we are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Payroll & HR Administrator to join our growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career or looking to retrain, combining full-time employment with structured training and a nationally recognised Level 3 Payroll Administrator Apprenticeship.

WHAT will I get from working with Camfaud Concrete Pumps?

• EARN: £18,000 per year.
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, with 1 hour lunch break.
• QUALIFICATION: Payroll Admin Level 3 takes approximately 20 months.
• BENEFITS: Pension & private healthcare scheme, life insurance, 28 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), and team meals/events.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

As an Apprentice Payroll Administrator, you will predominately support the Payroll and HR functions in delivering accurate and timely weekly payroll, alongside providing essential administrative and employee support. You will gain hands-on experience in payroll processing, HR administration, reporting, and responding to employee queries, while developing your technical and professional skills.

You will be working within a team of 2, directly supporting an established and supportive manager, with over 15 years’ experience. Camfaud already supports a number of apprentices, so you are joining a structured, supportive team with an established peer group.

• Supporting the preparation and processing of weekly payroll runs.
• Assisting with checking and inputting timesheets, hours worked and pay data.
• Helping to calculate overtime, statutory payments, and payroll adjustments.
• Ensuring payroll deadlines are met and data is accurate and complete.
• Providing general administrative support across Payroll and HR functions.
• Maintaining and updating employee records on payroll systems.
• Assisting with filing, documentation, and data entry tasks.
• Ensuring confidentiality and GDPR compliance at all times.
• Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers in a professional and timely manner.
• Supporting the investigation and resolution of basic payroll issues.
• Escalating more complex queries to senior team members where appropriate.
• Providing a helpful first point of contact for payroll-related queries.
• Assisting with the preparation of weekly, and ad hoc payroll reports.
• Supporting with data extraction and analysis for management reporting.
• Helping to maintain accuracy and consistency of payroll data across systems.
• Assisting with audit checks and reconciliation tasks where required.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Payroll Admin Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about key areas such as statutory entitlements and deductions, payroll legislation and regulation, handling queries and complaints, and managing new starters and leavers. You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English.
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Motivated, enthusiastic & eager to learn.
• Strong communication skills, both written & verbal.
• High attention to detail & accuracy.
• Good organisation & time management skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team & independently.
• Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office, email, Excel)
• Basic knowledge of VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.camfaud.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/payroll

Support learners.  Build confidence.  Make a difference.  

If you’re an experienced AAT or Payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career, or an established trainer/assessor seeking a provider that truly invests in its people, this role offers the perfect blend of purpose, flexibility, and progression.

At CT Skills, we’re expanding our high performing delivery team and are looking for passionate individuals who want to help others grow.  Whether you’re already working in education or ready to bring your industry expertise into a training environment, we’ll give you the support, tools, and confidence to thrive.

The Role
Working closely with employers and apprentices, you will deliver and support Accountancy and Payroll apprenticeship programmes up to Level 3.  
You will use your coaching and training skills to guide apprentices through their learning journey, developing their knowledge, skills, and behaviours.  Deliver engaging one to one and group sessions, monitor apprentice progress and provide tailored support to ensure successful outcomes, and build strong, professional relationships with apprentices and employers.

About You
If you’re considering a move into training, we’ll provide full support to help you transition confidently into the role.  If you already deliver AAT or Payroll training, you’ll find a supportive, forward thinking environment where your expertise is valued.

You will:
•    be AAT Level 3 qualified
•    have solid, hands on experience in accountancy and/or payroll
•    be an effective communicator who can motivate and inspire
•    be organised, proactive, and confident managing your own caseload
•    enjoy coaching, mentoring, and helping others achieve their potential

Previous training or assessing experience is beneficial but not essential, your industry knowledge and passion for developing others are what matter most.

Training, Support & Development

We invest heavily in our people and are committed to helping you succeed.  

You will receive:
•    A structured induction and onboarding programme
•    Mentoring from experienced trainers and assessors
•    Support to develop coaching and assessment skills
•    Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

About CT Skills
CT Skills is a growing, forward thinking training provider with a strong reputation for quality.  We are proudly graded Good by Ofsted and hold industry leading accreditations including ISO 9001 and Matrix.

We support thousands of apprentices and online learners each year and work closely with employers and the Department for Education and Department for Work and Pensions. Our PRAISE values guide everything we do, creating a culture where professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement thrive.

What We Offer
•    36 days holiday (including bank holidays)
•    Contributory pension scheme
•    Free BUPA Health Cash Plan
•    Employee Assistance Programme
•    Life assurance
•    Health support app
•    Free eye tests and discounted glasses
•    Flexible remote working
•    Volunteering and wellbeing days
•    Birthday and work anniversary celebrations
•    All working equipment provided

If you want to be part of a business where your ideas matter, your development is supported and your work genuinely makes a difference - you’ll feel at home at CT Skills.

CT Skills is committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
CT Skills is committed to safeguarding and committed to promoting the welfare of our learners and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Should your application be successful; and as your role may include engagement with Under 18’s; an enhanced disclosure will be requested from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any contractual offer will be subject to rigorous vetting procedures.

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We will endeavour to provide feedback to all applicants. However, due to the volume of CVs that we receive at present we may not be able to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within five working days your application has been unsuccessful. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles.

Early Years Apprentice @ Gainsborough Nursery School

Location: North Marsh Road, Gainsborough, DN21 2RR

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for September start.

WHO are Gainsborough Nursery School?

Gainsborough Nursery School is a local authority-maintained nursery school that works with the Lincolnshire Maintained Nursery School federation. They are a purpose-built nursery school for 2–4-year-old children, offer high quality early education and are staffed by qualified teachers, Early Years Practitioners and support staff.

WHAT will I get from working with Gainsborough Nursery School?

• EARN: £8 per hour, 37 hours per week (Please note as a school they are open for 39 weeks of the year so you will receive equated pay- Equated pay guidance – Lincolnshire County Council)
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 7.30am and 5.30pm.
• QUALIFICATION: Early Years Educator Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
• BENEFITS: Term time only, career development & training, Lincolnshire County Council employee benefits, bespoke early years training with a wide support network.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be joining a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where diversity is celebrated and valued. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, support and growth with a sense of community among staff members. Your daily tasks will include:

• Supporting children on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or as part of a full class.
• Getting creative in helping children to achieve their developmental steps.
• Assisting with breakfast/lunchtime/after school clubs.
• Helping with assessments and inputting of data.
• Changing children as required and after training.
• Administer basic first aid after training.
• Assisting in planning and creating inspiring learning environments.
• Working inside and outside.
• Setting up and tidying areas and resources.
• Contributing to planning and assessment.
• Leading activities and stories.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including risk management, key person & attachment, learning & development, and more!  You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Early Years Practitioner Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Communication, team working & caring nature.
• Simple IT skills, numeracy & physical fitness.
• Organisation, creativity, presentation.
• Initiative, problem solving, non-judgemental & patient.
• Able to ask for help if you are unsure.
• Friendly, smiley & really want to make a difference.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.gainsboroughnurseryschool.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/childcare