Playworker Apprentice
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
As an apprentice, you'll work within schools and gain valuable hands-on experience alongside experienced staff while developing the skills and knowledge required to become a qualified Playworker.
What you'll do at work
The role of a Playworker Apprentice includes:
- Assist in delivering high-quality before-school, after-school and holiday club sessions
- Support children's learning, development and wellbeing through play
- Create a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for children
- Encourage children's creativity, confidence and independence
- Help set up and pack away play equipment and resources
- Work closely with colleagues to ensure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed
- Complete 6 hours of off-the-job training each week as part of your apprenticeship
Requirements
Working week
Monday - Friday (available working hours 7.30am- 6.00pm).
Skills
Required qualifications
Training & development
-
On successful completion of the programme, you will achieve a Level 2 Playworker Apprenticeship Standard
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve these qualifications before completing their End Point Assessment.
- We have an intensive training structure to ensure that our staff are qualified to the highest possible standard
- Our most talented and ambitious professionals can make their way through our bespoke career journey
Things to consider
Working week will consist of hours between Monday to Friday, 7.30am and 5.00pm, and weekends when required. A driving licence is essential as there will be travel between various locations.