English Teacher

Teacher of English

KS3 &; KS4 English
Lewisham
Full-Time or Part-Time
September 2026 Start
Paid to Scale

Are you an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for your next opportunity?

A highly regarded secondary school in Lewisham is seeking a passionate and dedicated English Teacher to join its successful English department from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or Early Career Teacher who is committed to delivering engaging lessons and inspiring students to develop a love of literature, language, and creative expression. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time opportunities.

The successful candidate will teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping students develop strong reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills while fostering confidence and a lifelong appreciation for literature.

The Role

As a Teacher of English, you will:

• Deliver engaging and well-structured English lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Inspire students through the study of literature, language, and creative writing.

• Plan and deliver lessons that challenge, engage, and support learners of all abilities.

• Assess, monitor, and track student progress to ensure strong outcomes.

• Develop students' reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and written communication skills.

• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students can succeed.

• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.

• Support enrichment opportunities, including reading programmes, theatre visits, writing competitions, and extracurricular clubs.

The School

This successful Lewisham secondary school is recognised for its strong academic outcomes, inclusive culture, and commitment to student achievement and wellbeing.

The school offers:

• A supportive and collaborative English department.

• Excellent facilities and teaching resources.

• Strong behaviour systems and high expectations.

• A culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

• Comprehensive CPD and career development opportunities.

• A welcoming environment where staff are valued and supported.

Students are encouraged to be ambitious, resilient, and independent learners, and staff work collaboratively to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching English across KS3 and KS4.

• Excellent subject knowledge and enthusiasm for English Language and Literature.

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

• High expectations of student achievement and progress.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• The ability to contribute positively to a successful English department.

In Return, the School Offers:

• Competitive salary paid to scale.

• High-quality CPD and professional development opportunities.

• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.

• A supportive leadership team and welcoming staff community.

• Excellent teaching facilities and resources.

• A positive and inclusive working environment.

Whether you are an experienced English Teacher seeking a new challenge or an ECT looking to begin your teaching career within a supportive and successful school, this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving Rochester school from September 2026.

If you are interested in this English Teacher position, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

We have a policy of responding to all applications within three working days. Due to the volume of applications received, individual feedback may not always be possible. If you have not been contacted within this timeframe, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.