English Teacher

The key tasks of all teachers are to deliver high quality teaching and learning in the classroom, ensuring good quality planning, marking and record keeping. All teachers are tutors.,

• To teach Media at KS4 (GCSE and BTEC) and English across the age and ability range carrying out the professional duties of a school teacher in accordance with the current provisions of the Conditions of Employment of School Teachers
• To effectively plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the department's scheme of work and National Curriculum requirements
• To regularly assess and record students' performance, reporting to the Heads of Departments (both Media and English) and to parents as required and advising on examination entries as appropriate
• To contribute to departmental and whole school development, participating in departmental and staff meetings as appropriate, creating schemes of work and resources, etc.
• To undertake a share in the corporate responsibility for the wellbeing and student behaviour management
• To undertake whole school duties on a rota basis, such as break-time supervision as directed
• To participate in the performance management system
• To implement school policies
• To be prepared to undertake continuing professional development
• To undertake duties as a tutor, including keeping an accurate attendance register, ensuring proper records are kept and attending to the welfare and guidance needs of the tutor group
• To meet with parents on a regular basis in order to discuss the progress of students taught and the progress of students in the tutor group
  
  Experience:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a valid 11-18 teaching qualification
• Well qualified Media specialist, with ability to teach English
• Excellent teaching skills
• Experience of using ICT in Media and English
• Proven skills in effective classroom management
Specific Skills:
• Up-to-date knowledge of current educational developments in Media and English
• Enthusiasm for Media and English
• Ability to raise standards
• Good relationships with students and staff
• Ability to create schemes of work
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• A clear grasp of Assessment, Recording and Reporting (including target setting)
Personal Qualities:
• Desire to learn
• Highly motivated
• Flexible and risk-taking personality
• Good organisational and inter-personal skills
• Ability to work within a team
• High expectations of self and others
• Commitment to enrichment and enhancement activities
• Show a personal commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
  
  Salary: Inner London Pay Spine
Proposed Start Date: November 2026 Contract: Maternity Cover Rutlish School has an exciting opportunity in its' English & Media 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. Our school is located in a beautiful conservation area close to Wimbledon town centre, offering a calm and attractive environment, alongside excellent transport connections. London Underground, British Rail, local bus routes and the tram are all within easy reach. For those travelling by car, we also provide ample free on site parking. As part of the London Borough of Merton, employees enjoy a wide range of additional benefits, including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) membership
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support for staff and their families
• Lifestyle savings and discounts across everyday essentials and leisure activities, including:
o Supermarkets and high street retailers o Restaurants and cafés o Days out and family activities
• Cycle to Work schemes and Octopus Energy electric vehicle scheme, enabling staff to purchase bikes and cars via salary sacrifice
• Home and electronics salary sacrifice scheme, covering items such as white goods, technology, perfume, handbags and a wide range of shopping options.
Working with us means joining a supportive, well connected school community with excellent benefits that support your wellbeing-both inside and outside the workplace. Staff also benefit from 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.