NVQ L3 - Playwork

The NVQ L3 in Playwork is a nationally recognised qualification for play-workers, awarded by City & Guilds. It is designed to enhance candidate’s personal growth and development and so allow them to undertake their role with greater confidence. Possible job roles after completion include:

• Playgroup Leader
• Out of School Club Supervisor
• Play Development Officer

How does it work

Candidates must demonstrate competency in five mandatory units and four optional units. Mandatory units are:

• Contribute to an organisational framework that reflects the needs and protects the rights of children and young people
• Develop and maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for children
• Develop and promote positive relationships
• Plan for and support self-directed play
• Reflect on and develop practice

Optional units are:

• Work with colleagues in a team
• Respond to concerns about possible child abuse
• Contribute to children´s health and wellbeing
• Work with parents and careers
• Administer playwork provision
• Promote your organisation in the community
• Contribute to evaluating, developing and promoting services
• Organise and supervise travel
• Manage a budget
• Recruit, select, and keep colleagues
• Provide learning opportunities for colleagues
• Allocate and monitor the progress and quality of work in your area of responsibility