Zen Educate is looking for an inspiring and dedicated English Teacher to support secondary schools across Croydon and surrounding areas.
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT looking for your first role, this is a fantastic opportunity to help students develop confidence and curiosity in English - and to work in schools that value creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
The Role
As an English Teacher, you will:
- Deliver engaging and challenging lessons aligned with the National Curriculum
- Build pupils’ skills and love for learning English
- Assess and track progress, providing clear and constructive feedback
- Create an inclusive classroom where every learner feels supported and stretched
- Collaborate effectively with parents, colleagues, and the wider school community to support individual pupil needs.
You’ll have the opportunity to work across a range of schools in your area - giving you valuable experience, variety, and the chance to find the environment that best suits your teaching style.
Why Zen Educate?
Zen Educate is a certified social enterprise supporting over 600 schools across the UK. We make the teaching journey simple, transparent, and fair.
We offer:
- Better Pay: Competitive daily rates with no hidden deductions
- Flexibility: Choose when and where you work with our easy-to-use app
- Dedicated Support: Our friendly team helps you find roles that match your goals
- Simple Process: Register once, upload your documents, and manage bookings in one place - no endless phone calls or timesheets
Requirements
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent
- Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4
- Passion for delivering creative and engaging English lessons
- UK classroom experience essential
If you’re a motivated English Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of learners, apply today to start your journey with Zen Educate.
By applying, you agree to Zen Educate’s terms of service and privacy policy (available on our website). We may contact you via email, phone or text regarding your application.
Referral Bonus Programme:
Earn extra by referring friends or colleagues. Once you register with Zen Educate, you'll have access to a referral link on the platform and app. For every teacher or TA you refer who completes registration and works through Zen Educate, you can earn up to £160. T&Cs apply.
Ref: IND-ST-LON-SEC-TEACHER
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm
Pay: From £160.00 per day
Work Location: On the road
