The Level 2 Playworker apprenticeship is an opportunity for individuals to work as part of a team to care for and support children in taking responsibility for themselves and their own playing whilst creating a stimulating and adventurous space for children to learn and explore in their own way, following their own intent, ideas, and inventions.
The focus of all play settings is on child-directed and child-controlled play, with playworkers planning for and providing an ever-changing environment that allows children to choose what and how they play. Playworkers observe and monitor this play for children’s development, engagement, and safety, both physical and emotional.
Duration: 15-18 months | End Point Assessment 2 months
Behaviours are an important part of an apprenticeship programme
in helping to shape and drive high performance.
TAKES RESPONSIBILITY
During the Level 2 Playwork apprenticeship, you will develop a range of knowledge,
skills and behaviours, including:
KNOWLEDGE
Understand playwork theory, principles and child development
Understand the importance of professional conduct and health and safety principles, including professional boundaries
Diversity and inclusion in playwork settings and how to address children’s behaviours
Develop an excellent knowledge of safeguarding, adhering to all policies and processes
Know how to deal with the individual learning and or behavioural needs of a child
SKILLS
Communicate sensitively using relevant language and behaviour
Promote diversity and inclusion in Playwork practice, identify ways to remove barriers which can prevent some children and young people playing. Apply the play work approach depending on the individual need
Undertake reflective observations to improve own practice and the quality of the provision for children and young people
Manage interactions with parents/caregivers professionally
Reflect on own practice to create a personal development plan with supervisor, contribute to recording and reporting procedures as required by the play setting
Contribute to ensuring security arrangements are followed, such as children’s arrival and departures from the setting. And promote safeguarding in the workplace
BEHAVIOURS
Work flexibly with an understanding of health and safety to support risk taking in play
Take responsibility and show initiative.
Team-focused, working collaboratively and reflectively with others
Treat people with dignity, respect, and empathy
Work flexibly and adapt to both children and circumstances
Seek out learning and continuing professional development opportunities
REGISTERED PROVIDER
You can find us on the UK Register of Learning Providers.
UKPRN: 10043208
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