Welcome to Juniper Education, where our mission is to champion educators, empowering them to shape future generations. We're more than just a support system; we're the driving force that propels schools and Academy Trusts to new heights. With our proven school education management systems and services, we address a spectrum of needs, ensuring excellence in education. In the education and tech industry, your work directly influences the lives of students and educators. Whether you're developing cutting-edge educational technology, supporting school leadership teams directly or designing solutions to enhance the learning experience, you could make a lasting and positive impact on the future. Our mission statement says it all: We look after you, so that you can look after our children. Dedicated to our core values, we are committed to: Empowerment: Equipping everyone with the tools, intelligence, connections, and freedom to make informed decisions, recognised and respected by all. Purpose: Supporting everyone to reach their highest potential, thereby enabling all children to achieve theirs. Passion: Because we love what you do, you’re at the heart of everything we do. Innovation: Delivering meaningful solutions with expertise and creative thinking to influence the ever-changing world of education. Collaboration: The cornerstone of our success as it enables us to collectively harness diverse perspectives and strengths, ensuring that together, we achieve more than we could ever do alone. Every voice counts! Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to make a difference in the education sector? We’re seeking a Payroll Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team, helping to deliver an efficient payroll and pension administration service for a network of schools. The Role: We are looking for a detail-driven and proactive Pensions Administrator to join our growing team at Juniper. This role is vital in supporting our payroll bureau service by providing accurate and efficient administration of Teacher (TP), Local Government (LG), NEST, and other pension schemes for our client-base of schools. You’ll ensure that all returns, reconciliations, and queries are handled in a timely manner, in line with pension scheme regulations and guidance. Process payroll documentation and maintain accurate records Manage and monitor pensions timetable, checklist, and in-house payroll/pension systems (Catalyst & Kanban). Administer Teachers’ Pensions (MDC, MCR, client conversions, year-end, AVCs, starters/leavers/retirements/ill-health via portals and secure email). Administer Local Government Pensions (monthly returns, portals/iConnect, year-end, AVCs, starters/leavers/retirements/ill-health). Administer additional schemes (NEST, Standard Life). Ensure compliance with The Pensions Regulator and reconcile TP/LG monthly calculations. Investigate and resolve queries via Zendesk; provide management information as required. Collaborate with colleagues across Onboarding, Finance, HR, and Payroll. Maintain up-to-date pensions knowledge through training and development. What we’re looking for: Minimum of 2 years’ pensions experience, with a strong understanding of pension fund authorities’ regulations. Experience with education sector pensions (desirable). Advanced Excel skills with the ability to handle and disseminate data accurately. Knowledge of GDPR compliance. Strong written and verbal communication skills. A bright, engaging team player with excellent attention to detail. Confident in challenging discrepancies and identifying solutions. Positive, proactive, and solution-focused approach. Interview process Interview We are committed to a fair and comfortable recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable adjustments during your application or interview process, please reach out to a member of the team at [email protected] Juniper Education Benefits Enhanced annual leave entitlement Opportunity to purchase additional leave Entitlement to carry over leave to next entitlement year Day 1 access to 24/7 GP & prescription services Day 1 access to rewards platform Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity & adoption pay Day 1 access to employee assistance platform Funded development/Qualification opportunities Voluntary health care cash plan Voluntary private medical insurance Plus more! Please note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time. Applications for this role must be submitted by midnight 25th June 2026