Pre Formal Teacher
Job in
Kent, Kent County, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Outcomes First Group
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Elementary School
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Pre Formal Teacher
Location:
Heath Farm School, Ashford, Kent, TN27 0AX
Hours:
35 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:
Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:
Fixed term - March 2027 | Term Time Only
Start:
September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences for children with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)? Do you believe that progress should be measured in confidence, communication, engagement and independence as much as academic achievement?
At Heath Farm School, we're looking for a compassionate and creative Pre-Formal Teacher to join our dedicated team and help pupils access the world around them through personalised, sensory-rich learning experiences.
This is a truly rewarding role where you'll work with pupils who require a highly individualised approach to education. Rather than focusing on traditional age-related academic outcomes, you'll support the development of foundational skills that enable pupils to communicate, connect, regulate emotions and engage with the world in meaningful ways.
Working closely with therapists, support staff and families, you'll create nurturing learning environments that celebrate every achievement and unlock every child's potential.
Key Responsibilities
Delivering highly personalised, pre-formal learning programmes tailored to individual pupil needs
Supporting the development of early communication, interaction and engagement skills
Using multi-sensory approaches including sight, sound, touch, movement and play to promote learning
Working closely with speech and language therapists, physiotherapists and other professionals to integrate therapeutic approaches into everyday learning
Supporting therapy-integrated learning programmes such as hydrotherapy, sensory regulation activities and massage stories
Developing pupils' communication skills through strategies such as visual supports, now/next boards, symbols and intensive interaction
Building routines, trust, emotional regulation and sustained attention through consistent, nurturing practice
Monitoring and celebrating progress in small but significant developmental milestones
Creating a safe, calm and stimulating environment where pupils feel secure, valued and ready to learn
Working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Qualified with QTS or equivalent
Passionate about supporting pupils with PMLD, complex needs and diverse learning profiles
Experienced in, or enthusiastic about, pre-formal and sensory-based learning approaches
Creative, patient and able to adapt learning to individual needs
Skilled at building trusting relationships and supporting communication development
Comfortable working alongside therapists and implementing therapeutic strategies
Committed to inclusive, child-centred practice
A collaborative team player with a positive and nurturing approach
In possession of a full UK driving licence
This version should attract candidates specifically interested in PMLD and pre-formal education, while clearly differentiating the role from a traditional Primary Teacher position.
About Us
Heath Farm is an independent SEN school that offers a unique and stimulating environment where every pupil can make outstanding progress in their personal development and enjoy success in their education. From our nurturing approach for primary pupils through to the relaxed working environment of the specialist College Provision, all students are encouraged to reach high standards in every aspect of their lives.
Our pupils present with a wide range of needs, including social and emotional issues, learning difficulties, mental health problems and associated conditions. However, they are able to enjoy extraordinary outcomes and be happy at school.
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