Playworker

Level

Intermediate · like GCSEs

Length

1.5 yr

typical

Sector

Care services

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Care for and support children in taking responsibility for themselves and their own playing whilst creating a stimulating and adventurous space for children to learn and explore.

What you'd do

Set up and maintain safe and engaging indoor and outdoor play spaces

Support and facilitate children's self-directed and structured play

Supervise children and ensure safeguarding standards are met

Plan activities and resources for diverse groups of children

Communicate with parents and carers about their child's day

Help children resolve disputes and develop social skills

Carry out opening and closing checks and daily risk assessments

What you'd learn

Principles of play and how play supports children's development

Safeguarding, child protection, and the duty to report concerns

Planning and providing age-appropriate play environments and activities

Health and safety in play settings including risk assessment

Behaviour support and positive approaches to managing conflict

Working with parents, carers, and partner agencies in play settings

Inclusion and supporting children with additional needs in play

Ready to look for a place?

See live Playworker apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

Find vacancies

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.