English Teacher
- location Lewisham
- contract type Full-time, Part-time
- contract terms Short-term/day-to-day supply, Long-term, Permanent
- salary £36,412 to £48,518 per year
- ref SXTETLew6542
- Apply by 14 August 2025
- Job start 01 Sep 2025
- Job end Ongoing
We are seeking an English Teacher to join our partner secondary schools in Lewisham, available for an immediate start on either a long-term supply or permanent basis
About the role
You will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, with strong departmental support and high-quality teaching resources.
About the school
Based in the heart of Lewisham, our inclusive secondary school is dedicated to providing a supportive and ambitious learning environment for all students. We offer a broad and engaging curriculum, strong pastoral support, and a commitment to equality and community values. With a diverse student body and a focus on personal development, we aim to equip every young person with the skills and confidence to succeed in life beyond school.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of English Teacher you will:
- QTS or QTLS (or an equivalent UK teaching qualification)
- A degree or equivalent level of education
- Experience teaching English at Key Stages 3 and 4 in UK secondary schools
- Strong classroom management skills with the ability to engage and inspire students
- Compassionate, understanding, and committed to student development
- Available for an immediate start
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
- Suitable teaching experience
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].