English Teacher

Smart Teachers are recruiting a dedicated English Teacher for a well-established secondary school in Croydon, starting April 2026 after Spring half term. This is a full-time, long-term role teaching KS3 and KS4. Join a supportive department focused on raising attainment and promoting a love of English.

About the role

• Full-time English Teacher position

• Start date: April 2026 (after Spring half term)

• Long-term role for the Summer term

• Teaching English Language and Literature across KS3 and KS4

• Planning, marking and assessment required

• Working collaboratively within an established English department

• Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and enrichment

About the school

This Croydon-based secondary school has a strong reputation within the local community and is known for its inclusive ethos and high expectations. The school provides a structured and supportive environment for both staff and students, with clear behaviour policies and a collaborative leadership team.

Staff benefit from strong departmental support, shared resources and a culture focused on continuous professional development.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of English Teacher you will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have recent experience teaching English within a UK secondary school
• Be confident delivering engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills
• Be committed to raising attainment and supporting pupil progress

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• QTS

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Sam Tinker on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].