Education
Level 2 Playwork
This qualification is aimed at those learners already working in a play setting such as pre-school, nursery, wrap around care, playgroups, schools, youth settings and community clubs.
The purpose of the qualification is to develop the knowledge and skills of learners to competently carry out the role of a playworker. Learners will acquire the knowledge and understanding of the principles of playwork and ways to support children and young people’s play. The qualification also covers areas such as promoting positive behaviour/communication/health, safety, and wellbeing.
Qualification Structure
The learner must achieve all 45 credits from the 12 mandatory units in Group A and a minimum of 16 credits from the optional units in Group B.
Learner Entry Requirements
Learners must be 16+
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, but practical elements will be assessed on the course.
There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2
Progression Routes
This qualification provides progression onto:
Level 3 Playwork
Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
Level 3 PE and School Sport Coaching
Level 3 Learning and Development
Assessment
Coursework/Practical Demonstration
Project/Professional Discussion
Portfolio of evidence / Assignment
Mandatory
|
Unit Title |
Level |
Assessment Type |
Credit |
|
Playwork Principles |
2 |
Project/Professional Discussion |
3 |
|
The Play Environment |
2 |
Coursework/Practical Demonstration |
4 |
|
Supporting Children and Young People’s Play |
2 |
Project / Assignment |
3 |
|
Relationships in the Play Environment |
2 |
Coursework/ Professional Discussion
|
4 |
|
Health and safety in the Play Environment |
2 |
Coursework/Practical Demonstration
|
3 |
|
The Safeguarding and Welfare of Children and Young People in the Play Environment |
2 |
Portfolio of evidence / Professional Discussion
|
2 |
|
Developing Own Playwork and Team Practice |
2 |
Project/Professional Discussion
|
3 |
|
Contribute to the Health, Safety, Security and Welfare of Children and Young People using the Play Environment |
2 |
Coursework/Project. |
5 |
|
Help to Improve Own Practice and the Work of the Playwork Team |
2 |
Coursework/Practical Demonstration |
4 |
|
Reflective Playwork Practice |
2 |
Project/Assignment |
3 |
|
Support Relationships in the Play Environment |
2 |
Coursework/Professional Discussion |
4 |
|
Work with Children and Young People to Create Play Spaces and Support Freely Chosen Self-Directed Play |
2 |
Portfolio of evidence / Practical Demonstration |
7 |
Optional
|
Unit Title |
Level |
Assessment Type |
Credit |
|
Contribute to Providing Food and Drink in the Play Environment |
2 |
Project/Practical Demonstration
|
8 |
|
Contribute to the Administration of the Play Environment |
2 |
Portfolio of evidence/Professional Discussions
|
8 |
|
Support the Travel of Children and Young People Outside the Play Environment |
2 |
Portfolio of evidence/Professional Discussions
|
13 |
|
Facilitate a Specific Play Opportunity at Children or Young People’s Request |
3 |
Project/Practical Demonstration
|
14 |
|
Support the Development of Playwork Opportunities in the Community |
2 |
Project/Practical Demonstration
|
8 |
|
Contribute to Supporting Disabled Children and Young People in the Play Environment |
3 |
Coursework/Practical Demonstration
|
15 |
|
Support Work with Parents and Carers in the Play Environment |
2 |
Portfolio of evidence/Professional Discussions |
12 |
|
Carry Out Playwork in a School Setting |
3 |
Coursework/Practical Demonstration |
14 |