Playworker apprentice

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

To work within a team to ensure that the club maintains a safe and welcoming environment for all children who attend To assist in the effective running of the setting To monitor and actively encourage high levels of behaviour amongst children who attend To provide consistent motivation for other members of staff within the team and report issues to Deputy Manager/Manager To prepare food for the children during snack times and to ensure appropriate behaviour from children during this period To attend all staff meetings and actively participate in the production of upcoming activities/events. Also to provide constructive feedback on how to improve various aspects of the clubs To monitor the children’s behaviour and deal with issues appropriately, and report any issues or concerns to Club Manager/Deputy Manager and or Club Owner immediately To attend training courses when required To have a clear understanding of the Policies and Procedures and put them into practice wherever possible To contribute on a daily basis in cleaning/tidying of clubs to ensure a clean and safe environment for all To assist in the recording of all accidents/incidents and to inform club manager/Deputy Manager immediately of said accident/incident To assist in the recording of activities provided during course of session To assist the Club Manager/Deputy Manager in promoting a happy workforce Sign in and out of club when in attendance

Training:

Playworker Level 2.



Training Outcome:

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will have developed the skills and experience needed to progress into a range of roles within childcare, education, and playwork settings.

Potential development opportunities include:

Progression to a Level 3 Playwork Apprenticeship Progression to a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Further development into specialist roles such as Level 5 Teaching Assistant (Specialist Support in Teaching and Learning)

Opportunities to move into Club Supervisor, Deputy Manager, or Manager roles within wraparound or playwork settings.

This apprenticeship can also act as a foundation for wider roles in the childcare and education sector, opening pathways into early years, sports coaching, or youth work.



Employer Description:
First registered with Ofsted in 2006, Funtastic is here to provide quality out of school care for children in a secure and stimulating environment. Our goal is to develop children's self-esteem, values, skills and independence. We are based at Christchurch Infants School, Christchurch Juniors School and at Burton CE Primary School

Working Hours :
Hours to be confirmed at interview. The role will involve working during wraparound hours (before and after school), and may also include additional hours during school holidays.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Creative,Patience,Physical fitness


  • Location: Addiscombe Rd Christchurch BH23 2AE
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD
  • Posted: 02-Oct-2025
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk