1.0FTE English Teacher (One Year Maternity Cover)
Required: 2nd March 2026 to 28th February 2027
Salary: Inner London Main Pay Range, Points M1 to U3 (£40,317 to £62,496) pay award pending
Closing date: 3pm on Tuesday, 27th January 2026
La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls’ School is a vibrant and high-achieving community where innovation in teaching and learning thrives. With 1,200 students, including 365 in our successful Sixth Form, we take great pride in nurturing talent and raising aspirations. Our commitment to excellence was recognised with a third consecutive ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating in December 2023.
We are seeking a passionate and inspiring English Teacher to join our outstanding team on a one-year maternity cover contract, starting 2nd March 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging and thought-provoking English lessons, foster a love of literature and language, and contribute to the continued success of our English department.
The ideal candidate will:
Required: 2nd March 2026 to 28th February 2027
Salary: Inner London Main Pay Range, Points M1 to U3 (£40,317 to £62,496) pay award pending
Closing date: 3pm on Tuesday, 27th January 2026
La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls’ School is a vibrant and high-achieving community where innovation in teaching and learning thrives. With 1,200 students, including 365 in our successful Sixth Form, we take great pride in nurturing talent and raising aspirations. Our commitment to excellence was recognised with a third consecutive ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating in December 2023.
We are seeking a passionate and inspiring English Teacher to join our outstanding team on a one-year maternity cover contract, starting 2nd March 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging and thought-provoking English lessons, foster a love of literature and language, and contribute to the continued success of our English department.
The ideal candidate will:
• Be a qualified and motivated teacher of English.
• Have a proven track record of delivering high-quality English lessons across all key stages (KS3–KS5).
• Be committed to inspiring students’ love of reading, writing, and critical thinking.
• Have a positive, enthusiastic approach and a strong commitment to making a meaningful impact on young people’s lives.
• Embrace and support our Catholic ethos.
We warmly welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are eager to develop their practice within a supportive and collaborative environment.
At La Retraite, our vibrant and inclusive community is built on a commitment to excellence, challenge, and care. Our Catholic ethos welcomes staff and students of all faiths and none, fostering a culture where every individual is valued.
If you are excited to contribute to our outstanding team, we would love to hear from you!
What We Offer
• Endless opportunities for CPD to support your professional growth
• Dedicated weekly mentor hour for ECTs and PGCE students
• Collaborative cross-curricular working parties to develop teaching and share best practices
• A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff
• Inner London weighting for competitive remuneration
• A two-week October half-term break
• A dedicated wellbeing programme and access to a healthcare scheme
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme and long-service awards
To Apply
Please complete our recruitment pack and return it to ssilva@laretraite.co.uk.
For informal visits, contact Mrs S. Silva, HR Director, at 020 8673 5644 (ext. 159).
La Retraite R.C. Girls’ School is committed to Safer Recruitment and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The successful candidate will be subject to an online search, a social media check, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check.
Visit www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service for further information.
Visit www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service for further information.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if an appointment is made before the closing date.