- Framework:
- Playwork
- Level:
- 2/3
The Foundation Apprenticeship in Playwork is primarily aimed at 16-25 year olds, who want to start a career in the playwork sector, but could also be suitable for individuals already working in the sector who are looking to gain qualifications and skills, or to organisations already involved in the sector looking to develop and upskill their staff to deliver a quality service to children and young people.
As an Assistant playworker / Play centre assistant you will work under supervision of the playworker in charge, contributing to the organisation and facilitation of playwork opportunities.
The Apprenticeship in Playwork is designed for those individuals who are looking to further develop their knowledge and skills to gain employment or for those already employed in a playwork setting looking for career progression.
As a Playworker / Senior play worker you would be responsible for supervising the team in the playwork setting, ensuring that policies and procedures are followed, and that a range of playwork opportunities are provided.
Pathway options and levels
Playwork - Level 2
Pathway 1: supports the job role of Assistant playworker/Play centre assistant
Playwork – Level 3
Pathway 1: Supports the job role of Playworker/Senior playworker
Further information
Duration
Level 2: 12 Months
Level 3: 18 Months
Progression routes
Level 2: Routes include:
- Employment
- Level 3 Apprenticeship in Playwork.
Level 3: Routes include:
- Undertaking a role of assistant manager or manager in a play setting with responsibility for qualified staff.
- progression onto a variety of Further or Higher Education courses to study subjects related to the sector.
Qualifications
Level 2: Diploma in Playwork (NVQ)
Level 3: Diploma in Playwork (NVQ)
What are the entry requirements for this pathway?
All apprenticeship pathways in Wales have entry requirements.
If you are interested in undertaking this pathway – you need to have the following entry level qualification(s);
Level 2
You should have a positive, motivating and can do attitude with the ability to work both as part of a team or on your own and the willingness to work shifts and travel between sites. You should be willing to undergo a police check should your employment setting require.
Level 2: No formal entry requirements.
Level 3
You should have a positive, motivating and can do attitude with the ability to work both as part of a team or on your own and the willingness to work shifts and travel between sites. You should be willing to undergo a police check should your employment setting require.
Level 3: No formal entry requirements.
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