Playwork Skills Bootcamp – new training coming soon!

We are excited to let you know about a new Playwork Skills Bootcamp coming in January 2025!

Delivered by Devon County Council, in partnership with Train 4 Tomorrow, this comprehensive training course is designed to enhance your understanding and support of children’s play through a series of engaging modules.

Please see the Playwork Skills Bootcamp flyer

Who is the training for?

The training would suit:

  • anyone who is looking to join the early years and childcare sector
  • anyone looking to upskill their playwork knowledge and understanding
  • an employer looking to develop staff playwork skills

You will be based in Devon and Torbay (excluding Plymouth).

The training will cover:

  • Understanding Children’s Play: Dive into the importance of play, brain development, and neurodiversity
  • Supporting Children’s Play: Discover the role of a playworker, intervention styles, and the voice of the child
  • Environments for Play: Learn to create effective play spaces and understand play types
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing: Integrate mental health strategies with child development
  • Legislation of Play: Gain knowledge about relevant legislation to ensure inclusive play practices
  • Safeguarding and Child Protection training
  • Paediatric First Aid training

How will the training be delivered?

The training will take a blended approach; comprising of virtual sessions, face to face sessions, eLearning and video learning.

When will the training take place?

The training will start in January 2025. We are finalising the dates for the different modules and we will be able to update you after you have expressed your interest.

Is there a cost?

The training for learners will be fully funded.

Skills Bootcamps are 90% funded for small and medium sized enterprises with less than 250 employers, and 70% funded for large businesses with over 250 employees.

Register your interest

To express your interest and to find out more (either as a learner or employer) please email: playworkbootcamp@devon.gov.uk

 

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