Pensions Assistant

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Pensions Assistant to join the Pension Team within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Based at Wynford House in Yeovil.

This is an 18 month fixed term contract, working 37.5 hours per week.

Main duties of the job

As a Pension Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the administration of the NHS Pension Scheme within our Trust. You'll work closely with the Pension Officer and HR team to ensure that all pension-related matters are handled efficiently and accurately.

We are a friendly, hardworking and committed team with a strong focus on supporting career development and ensuring staff feel valued and engaged.

This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who is able to work within a fast paced, busy environment.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.