English Teacher
- location Waltham Forest
- contract type Full-time
- contract terms Long-term, Permanent
- salary £36,412 to £53,993 per year
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- Apply by 06 July 2025
- Job start 02 Sep 2025
- Job end Ongoing
Smart Teachers is seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Teacher to join a dynamic and supportive secondary school in East London from September 2025
About the role
The Role:
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Deliver English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4
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Plan and teach engaging, challenging lessons that foster a love of reading and writing
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Work collaboratively with a passionate team to develop curriculum resources and assessments
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Contribute to whole-school literacy and enrichment initiatives
About the school
The School:
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A vibrant and inclusive secondary school serving a diverse and ambitious student body
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A strong ethos centred on respect, resilience, and academic achievement
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Experienced leadership team with a clear commitment to staff development and student success
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Excellent facilities and a supportive environment for both ECTs and experienced teachers
Requirements
To be considered for the role of English Teacher you will:
- Holds UK QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant degree
- Has a strong subject knowledge and a track record of delivering high-quality English lessons
- Is passionate about inspiring students of all abilities and backgrounds
- Committed to continuous professional development and wider school life
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 Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].