English Teacher (Maternity Cover)

English Teacher

Salary: Inner London Pay Spine

Proposed Start Date: January 2026

Contract: Full-time / Maternity Cover

Rutlish School has an exciting opportunity in its’ English Department for an enthusiastic, experienced teacher, or ECT, who has a genuine passion for the subject and enjoys working as part of a highly effective team. This post provides an opportunity to work in an outstanding school where staff make a REAL difference to the lives of young people.

What we can offer?

Experience of working in an “outstanding” oversubscribed school: In September 2024, Ofsted rated Rutlish as “Outstanding” in all five areas of judgement.

The School is set in a conservation area close to Wimbledon town centre, with excellent transport links; London Underground, British Rail, bus routes and the tram are all close by. There is also ample on-site free parking for staff coming by car. Other benefits of working for Merton include; membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, access to the Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, discounted membership to Merton leisure centres, employee discounts on a range of leisure activities, from days out to magazine subscriptions, as well as hair and beauty treatments, courses at Merton Adult Education, entertainment events and discounts at local restaurants. You could also benefit from Merton’s cycle-to-work schemes and have free membership to the Old Rutlishians Association who have events such as live acoustic nights and comedy nights.

The benefit of regular professional development.

If you have a commitment to achieving high standards and would like to join our dynamic team, then we look forward to receiving your application. A Job Information Pack and application form can be found on the school website

Completed application forms should be sent to [email protected] by 10.00am on Wednesday, 24th September 2025

No Agencies or CVs please as these will not be considered for shortlisting

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

We fully support the London Borough of Merton’s Equal Opportunities Policy.