Level 2 Playworker Apprentice

Do you love working with children to make a difference and impact on their learning and wellbeing? Can you be a positive role model to inspire and motivate children? Would you relish the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, supportive and hard-working team? Our Playworker apprentice will work in a range of play and care settings, creating stimulating and adventurous spaces for children to learn and explore whilst ensuring their safety, supporting their development and promoting their engagement. They might support wraparound care, breakfast clubs, after-school clubs or holiday activity programmes. As an apprentice, you’ll work in an assistant role, contributing to the organisation and facilitation of playwork opportunities.

Key aspects of the role include:

Working directly with pupils across all key stages in playwork related activities Support the delivery of Ofsted registered wraparound care provision in schools, understanding the legislation that governs this type of work Deliver breakfast club, after-school clubs and lunchtime activities Facilitate a range of engaging play, crafts and sports activities for children Delivery of a range of interventions to support targeted pupil learning Supporting holiday camp programmes and activities (where necessary)

You will need to:

Offer support to children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Be familiar with the club's policies and explain how they align with daily practices Arrange and set-up equipment and resources to create effective learning environments Conduct risk assessments to ensure a healthy, safe, and secure environment Plan and deliver high-quality play activities in a safe and caring setting Ensure the environment is inclusive and caters to all children’s needs, including SEN Seek children’s views and involve them in planning activities, respecting their preferences Facilitate child-centered play, allowing safe risks and challenges Help prepare nutritious snacks, promoting independence and self-choice Safeguard Children: Understand and apply safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns immediately Provide care for children, including safe collection from classes and delivery to parents/carers EYFS Responsibilities: Meet the needs of EYFS children, understanding your additional roles Support intimate care situations respectfully and safely Maintain confidential records such as accident forms and safeguarding disclosures

Training:

Our apprentices will receive weekly off-the-job training hours in order to engage with masterclasses, skills festival days, assignments and tasks related to the apprenticeship, online CPD courses and development sessions with their allocated skills coach.

Level 2 Playworker Apprenticeship Standard.

Sector-specific CPD, such as:

Working in a school environment Behaviour Management Physically active games and playground games - practical training PE curriculum CPD Gymnastics Dance Outdoor adventurous activities SEND in play Adaptive practice Thematic planning Creative use of storytelling Relaxation and wellbeing Supporting classroom learning and providing interventions Paediatric first aid Safeguarding / Prevent Mental Health and Wellbeing Digital skills

Functional skills in maths and English (where required)

Training Outcome:

We will support you in your personal development by providing you with the underpinning knowledge, skills and experience for the following:

We will support you in your personal development by providing you with the underpinning knowledge, skills and experience for the following:

Careers within the childcare, sports coaching and education sector Potential further employment with the employer Opportunity for further education and progression

Employer Description:
We are a sports coaching and education company based in the East Midlands. Wraparound Care Before and after-school clubs that provide a supportive space for children to learn, play, and socialise. Holiday Camps Action-packed school holiday programs filled with exciting sports, teamwork, and skill-building activities. Our experienced coaches use the latest teaching methods and training insights to help young children grow — whether in the classroom, pool, or on the field.

Working Hours :
35 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Hours to suit timetabled sessions.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness