Office Administrator

Job Reference EDV/2026/GHSSA/09797

Start Date as soon as possible

Contract Type Permanent
Contract Term Full-Time
Salary £21,906.70 Annually (Actual) Term Time only + 1 week INSET

About this Role
This role is a key front of house and administrative position within the school, ensuring well organised environment for pupils, families and visitors. You’ll manage reception duties such as handling calls, greeting visitors and supporting safeguarding procedures, while also maintaining accurate pupil records, attendance and lunch systems. The role supports the smooth running of the school through coordinating communication with parents and external partners, managing resources and transport queries, and carrying out routine finance tasks. Your work helps the school operate efficiently and ensures pupils receive the support they need.

Please see the person specification to find out more about the essential and desirable requirements for this job. If you feel you have what it takes to fulfil this role, we would welcome an application.

George Hastwell School
George Hastwell School is situated on Walney Island in Barrow in Furness which itself is situated close to the Southern Lake District, in the County of Westmorland and Furness.

The school has 99 pupils across two sites, in close proximity. Key Stage 4 and 5 co locate within Walney Secondary School. 
The school, which joined the Eden Academy Trust in January 2025, is very much a family school with a wonderful ethos.

The school was inspected in November 2024. The inspection found the school requiring improvement but recognised there were strengths within the school and that personal development across the school was good.

Staff are committed to the school’s journey of improvement and providing the best possible outcomes for the wonderful young people.

Location
George Hastwell School, located on Walney Island, situated in the Irish Sea just off the west coast of England, stretches over 11 miles, offering a delightful variety of beaches to explore and enjoy. It boasts expansive sandy stretches during low tide, connecting to the North Walney Nature Reserve through a series of sandy dunes. These beaches provide an excellent setting for family fun, nature exploration, and the opportunity to witness some of the UK’s most breathtaking sunsets.

GHS is linked to Barrow in Furness by the Jubilee Bridge spanning the Walney Channel, being the largest island among the Furness Islands group. Walney Island has played a pivotal role in the growth of the Furness Peninsula and the island’s natural shelter serves as a crucial factor in the development of the nearby extensive shipbuilding yards.

If you would like more information please email josieharkin@georgehastwell.org.uk or visit our vacancy section of our website (https://georgehastwell.org.uk/contact-us/vacancies/). 

Diversity Statement
At Eden Academy Trust, we value and actively embrace diversity. We believe that a diverse school community strengthens learning, enriches experiences, and helps every child thrive.

Across our schools, we are committed to creating a culture where all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background are respected, represented, and supported.

We understand the role of inclusive education in preparing young people for a complex and diverse society. We challenge discrimination, recognise and celebrate difference, and work continuously to promote equity and opportunity in everything we do.

Our commitment to inclusion runs through our curriculum, our staffing and leadership, our policies, and our day-to-day interactions. We strive to practise cultural humility, anti-racism, and equitable approaches that meet the needs of all our pupils.

George Hastwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, an enhanced DBS check including the barred list will be required for the successful candidate and other procedures and checks will be followed as laid out in our Safeguarding Policy.

Closing Date Midnight, Sun 15th Mar, 2026