How exactly do I claim the higher rate pension tax relief?

England, employed, earn £57,000 a year.

I pay 3% into my employer provided pension scheme which is taken AFTER income tax (e.g. NOT salary sacrifice).

I've read as a higher rate tax payer I could claim further tax relief on my pension contributions. I've signed up to the Government Gateway site but can't see anywhere to claim this tax relief. All the guides online just say to use the website.

Can someone be kind enough to provide a step by step on how to claim this pension tax relief? 

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