Location: South East London
Pay Range: M1 - M6 paid to scale (PAYE or Umbrella)
Contract Type: Temporary
ANZUK Education is working with a range of supportive and diverse secondary schools in South East London seeking flexible and adaptable Secondary English Teachers to support their teams from September 2026. This role offers the opportunity to teach English across key stages, support learning in different school environments, and maintain strong behaviour practice. This Secondary English Teacher role in South East London would suit experienced English Teachers, ECTs confident with behaviour management, or English specialists looking for a long-term role.
Key Responsibilities of a Secondary English Teacher:
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Maintain high expectations for pupil behaviour and learning.
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Deliver engaging and effective English lessons across KS3–KS4 (and KS5 where applicable).
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Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of different classes and learning abilities.
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Support pupils’ engagement, progress, and positive conduct.
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Follow school safeguarding, behaviour, and reporting procedures.
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Build positive relationships with students and staff across school settings.
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Undertake full teaching responsibilities, including planning, assessment, and marking.
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Support the development of pupils' reading, writing, spoken language, and analytical skills.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Hold QTS or an equivalent UK-recognised teaching qualification (essential).
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Be a confident ECT or an experienced teacher within the secondary phase.
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Demonstrate strong knowledge of the English curriculum for KS3–KS4.
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Have the ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities.
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Maintain high expectations for pupil progress, attainment, and behaviour.
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Show an exemplary commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues and school leaders.
What the Schools Offer:
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Supportive departments and senior leadership teams.
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Engaged and respectful students.
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Clear cover routines and behaviour expectations.
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Opportunities for repeat bookings and long-term roles.
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A welcoming and inclusive school environment.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage early submission to avoid missing out. Apply now to be considered. If you bring relevant experience and a commitment to high standards, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement. Benefits of Working with ANZUK Education:
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Ready2Work app – Control your availability, bookings, and schedule, all from one place.
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Crystal-clear pay – No surprises. PAYE or Umbrella, you choose, we guide.
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Bonus programme – Unlimited referrals. £100 for every friend you refer.
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Free access to our Growth Hub – Your bespoke learning platform.
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Closer to home – Smarter placements. Shorter commutes.
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Genuine community – Events, webinars, and a network that’s got your back.
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Global opportunities – Work across Australia, New Zealand, North America, the UK & Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
What You Can Expect from ANZUK Education: ANZUK is the teaching agency that puts educators first, with transparent pay, consistent work, and consultants who take the time to understand what matters to you. We don’t just find you bookings. We make flexible teaching feel stable, supported, and valued. With more than 43 branches across 4 countries, 450 team members, and 20 years of pursuing exceptional experiences in education, it’s safe to say we know our stuff
Salary description
£40317.00 - £52300.00 per year