Part-Time English Teacher (Maternity Cover) Location: Lewisham, South East London Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Maternity Cover – Full Academic Year Working Pattern: Part-time (3 days per week – days to be confirmed) Salary: Paid to scale We are currently working with a welcoming and inclusive co-educational all-through academy school in Lewisham, who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic English Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a maternity cover contract for the full academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to contribute to a supportive school community that prides itself on high standards and student achievement across all key stages. The Role: Teaching English across relevant key stages (KS3–KS4 and potentially KS5 depending on experience) Planning, delivering and assessing engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum Marking students’ work and providing clear, constructive feedback Supporting students’ academic progress and development Working collaboratively with colleagues within a well-established English department The Ideal Candidate: Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Has recent UK classroom experience teaching English Strong subject knowledge and a passion for English literature and language Experience with planning and marking is essential Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to engage learners of all abilities A proactive and flexible approach to teaching What’s on Offer: A supportive and forward-thinking school environment Opportunity to work within a well-resourced department Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) Potential for future opportunities within the school If you are an experienced English Teacher looking for a rewarding part-time role from September 2026, we would love to hear from you.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Emily Baker on 020 7580 2956 l Ext 1052.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Emily Baker&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 020 7580 2956 l Ext 1052</strong></strong>