Unqualified Teacher at George Hastwell School Special Academy

This vacancy is only available to internal candidates who are currently employed at Eden Academy Trust. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed at this organisation as your application will not be considered.

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Internal Applicants ONLY

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/GHSSA/62917

Location

Moor Tarn Lane, Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 3LW

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary

£22,601.00 - £35,259.00 Annually (FTE)

Closing Date

Midnight, Sat 27th Jun, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

We are support the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The post holder will work under the direction of qualified teachers to plan, deliver and evaluate learning activities.

You will work with children who have a range of significant and often complex SEND, for example those with autism, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, genetic disorders, health conditions, communication or mobility challenges and in some instances, pupils who exhibit challenging behaviour.

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 rewarding 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 98 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/).

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