Teach South Kent

English Teacher

English Teacher – Supply 
Location: Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas
Pay: £130–£180 per day for daily cover | Pay to scale for long-term roles
Job Type: Supply – Full-time or Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
English Teacher – Flexible Supply OpportunitiesAre you an English Teacher looking for a new opportunity from September?
We are working with secondary schools across Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas who are looking for English Teachers to join their schools on a supply basis.

Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day work, regular supply or a longer-term position, we can offer opportunities to suit your experience and availability.
There are opportunities for both short-term cover and longer-term placements, with long-term roles paid in line with the appropriate teaching scale.
The roleDepending on the school and placement, you could be:

  • Teaching English across Key Stages 3 and 4
  • Delivering engaging English lessons
  • Teaching towards GCSE where required
  • Following existing schemes of work and lesson plans
  • Planning and preparing lessons for longer-term placements
  • Assessing and monitoring student progress
  • Managing classroom behaviour effectively
  • Supporting students with different abilities and learning needs
  • Working as part of an established English department
We are looking for English Teachers who:
  • Have QTS or recognised teaching experience
  • Have experience teaching English at secondary level
  • Have strong subject knowledge
  • Are confident teaching Key Stage 3 and GCSE English
  • Have strong classroom management skills
  • Can build positive relationships with students
  • Are reliable, adaptable and professional
  • Are looking for either flexible supply or a longer-term opportunity
Why work with us?
  • £130–£180 per day for daily supply and cover
  • Long-term roles paid to scale
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities
  • Flexible work to suit your availability
  • Schools across Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas
  • Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements
  • Support from a dedicated education recruitment team
  • The ability to find a role that suits your experience and career goals
Whether you're an experienced English Teacher looking for a new school, an ECT wanting to build experience, or a teacher looking for greater flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to discuss the English teaching opportunities available from September.


  • Start: 02/08/2026
  • Rate: £130 - £180 per day
  • Location: Tunbridge Wells,England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Education
  • Recruiter: Teach South Kent
  • Contact: Sam Crisp
  • Tel: 01424 904744
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: SC-22
  • Posted: 2026-08-02 14:57:04 -

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