Playworker Level 2 Apprentice

1. To assist in the care and supervision of a group of children before and after school.

2. To assist in a wide range of stimulating play activities which encourage learning through play and co-operation, both indoors and outdoors appropriate to the ages and needs of the children in the club.

3. To ensure the delivery of creative play opportunities in a safe and caring environment.

4. To show patience, tolerance and warmth to the children.

5. To understand the physical, intellectual, language, emotional and social needs of the children.

6. To demonstrate a welcoming understanding approach to parents, and encourage parental involvement and support of the club.

7. To treat all information relating to families as confidential.

8. To assist in the collection of children from school and the safe hand over to parents and/or named carers.

9. To assist in the planning of activity programmes.

10. To be knowledgeable of safety measures including fire practice, incident and accident procedures and hygiene are observed.

11. To assist the club to achieve and maintain the appropriate quality assurance accreditation.

12. To take advantage of training courses for personal development.

13. To attend meetings as appropriate.

14. To be familiar with all policies and procedures, including equal opportunities, behavior and admissions.

15. To assist in the responsibilities and activities within the equal opportunities framework.

16. To work within agreed policies.

17. To undertake any other appropriate duties as required by the Club Co-ordinator.

Training:

Level 2 Playworker apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required.

Training Outcome:

To be discussed upon completion of the apprenticeship
 

Employer Description:
Holywell Green Primary School is situated in the community of Holywell Green which is located a few miles from Halifax. The school was built in 1915 but has had many recent developments that extend it to its current size. The buildings are of both traditional Victorian character and more modern design. The school is located next to Stainland Road and has beautiful views over the nearby deer park and valley.

Working Hours :
4 days a week 7.30-9.00am 3.20-5.20pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience