Nurturing the greatness in every child - and in you.

Join one of Australia’s Largest Leading Early Education Providers!  

At G8 Education, we’re on a mission to shape the future! With 400+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 10,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 42,000 children every day.  

As an ASX listed growth company, we’re committed to empowering, rewarding, and supporting every team member – from our centre educators to our leadership and support team.  

The Opportunity 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Support Officer to join our Varsity Lakes team! 

As a Payroll Support Officer, you’ll play a key role in processing wages for over 10,000 team members across more than 400 sites nationally, on a weekly basis. Reporting directly to the Payroll Team Leader, you'll become an integral part of a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

This is not your average payroll position. With variety at its core, each day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of payroll functions, giving you the depth and breadth to build a strong foundation for your future career in payroll or HR operations.

We have two fixed-term positions available until 30 October 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing the weekly payroll for full time, part time and casual staff
• Manage payroll-related queries and issues i.e., fresh service ticketing system
• Processing of new staff, staff status changes and terminations
• Checking and maintaining employee payroll data.
• Manage Award Rate and Annual Pay Increases for Centre based staff.
• Manage Annual Trainee Increment Increases.
• Ensure confidentiality of employment records as per the Australian Privacy Principles.
• Efficient and accurate high-volume transactional processing including but not limited to commencement of new employees, terminations, leave, allowance, and deductions.
• Build and maintain internal and external relationships with all stakeholders.
• Liase with Human Resources regarding on boarding, terminations, remuneration packages, conditions of employment and other industrial relation matters.
• Opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in payroll information data manipulation and loads, data integrations and data workflows.

About You 

• 3+ years’ experience in a similar payroll role.
• Intermediate-Advanced Microsoft Excel experience.
• Previous systems experience with Preceda preferable but not necessary.
• Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Previous experience working in a large and fast-paced organisation with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Hold a valid working with children check or willingness to obtain upon commencement.

Benefits at G8

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working conditions with 3 days in office and 2 from home.
• Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company 
• Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre. 
• Exclusive access to our G8 Rewards Program with benefits across more than 600 retailers, exclusive cash discounts and more!

Find out more here: G8 Education

United by purpose. Guided by values.

At G8 Education, we’re proud to celebrate, support, and inspire our 10,000+ team members as they make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their own.

Driven by our purpose “to nurture the greatness in every child to grow, thrive and learn” and guided by our values, we’re shaping bright futures for children, families, communities, and each other.

Our values: Safety First & Always, Thriving Together, Owning the Outcome, Being the Difference, Building Bright Futures.

Our Recruitment Process

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment. 

Our recruitment process involves several checks including, the possibility of psychometric testing which will be discussed during the initial stage of the recruitment process.  

We also may require a police check along with verification of qualifications and right-to-work status. 

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only.  G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible.