English Teacher

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Greenwich from September 2026. This is a part-time position (3 days per week), ideal for a teacher looking for a flexible working arrangement while still making a meaningful impact in the classroom.

About the role

As an English Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5 depending on experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality English lessons
• Assessing, monitoring, and supporting student progress
• Creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Contributing to the wider English department and curriculum development
• Managing behaviour effectively in line with school policies

This role is offered on a part-time basis (3 days per week), with flexibility on which days are worked.

About the school

This Greenwich-based secondary school is known for its supportive leadership team, strong sense of community, and commitment to high academic standards. The school provides a positive and inclusive learning environment where both staff and students are encouraged to thrive. With excellent transport links and modern facilities, it is a great setting for teachers at any stage of their career.

Requirements

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

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for literature and language
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for literature and language
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

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

• Paid to scale (MPS/UPS), depending on 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].