Pension Administrator

Welcome to Juniper Education where our mission is to champion educators empowering them to shape future generations. Were more than just a support system; were 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 the education and tech industry your work directly influences the lives of students and educators. Whether youre 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 youre 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 Were 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. Youll 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 were 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

Juniper Education Benefits

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement

• Opportunity to purchase additional leave

• Entitlement to carry over leave to next entitlement year

• Day 1 access to24/7 GP & prescriptionservices

• 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