It is something that playworkers have long been asking for and is designed to support them in developing their qualifications and careers. The success of a four-month pilot, with 100 applicants, also suggested that the Register will prove a valuable reference point for employers and parents, and thereby generate increased confidence in the sector.
Lesli Godfrey, UK strategic lead for Playwork and the Children’s Workforce at SkillsActive, said, ‘The Register of Playwork Professionals does what it says on the tin and will boost the possibilities for children’s play. A qualified workforce reassures parents that their child can safely enjoy the benefits of quality play while being looked after by professional staff – and we are encouraging parents to ask if a playworker is a Registered member.’
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