What to check on your first payslip (to avoid pay & tax surprises)
A simple payslip checklist, especially useful if you started without a P45 or NI number.
Your first payslip is where most problems show up — wrong name/address, missing NI number, incorrect tax code, or unexpected deductions. Checking early makes fixes easier.
What to check
- Name & address — must match your records.
- NI number — if you provided it, make sure it is recorded correctly.
- Tax code — ask payroll if it looks wrong.
- Pay period & hours — match your contract/rota.
- Deductions — PAYE tax, NI contributions, pension, student loan (if applicable).
GOV.UK: Payslips (your rights)
Related overview: Start a new job: step by step.
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