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Good Practice in delivering CACHE Playwork qualifications. Janet Scott. Cache Playwork Suite. Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Transition to Playwork Active leisure and learning Playwork CPD suite. Level 2
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Good Practice in delivering CACHE Playwork qualifications Janet Scott
Cache Playwork Suite Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Transition to Playwork Active leisure and learning Playwork CPD suite
Level 2 This qualification is suitable if you are working or will be working under supervision. This includes taking responsibility for completing tasks under guidance, while showing you can also think independently .It will either qualify you to work as a playworker or will complement a wider programme of training, such as apprenticeships. More information for Centres can be found in the How to Guide....
Level 3 This qualification is suitable if you are working or will be working unsupervised. This includes being able to address problems with a level of independence and being responsible for other staff. It will either qualify you as playworker giving you the license to practice or will complement a wider programme of training, such as apprenticeships. More information for Centres can be found in the How to Guide....
Finding the level – level 4and level 5 These qualifications are suitable for experienced workers who manage or take a leadership role in a playwork setting, or work role. At Level 4 & 5 you should be able to identify and use relevant understanding, methods and skills to address broadly-defined, complex problems. It includes taking responsibility for planning and developing courses of action for yourself and others. You also need to understand different perspectives, approaches or schools of thought and the reasoning behind them. More information for Centres can be found in the How to Guide....
NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Transition to Playwork (from Early Years) This qualification is based on the National Occupational Standards for Playwork and will develop the knowledge needed when working in playwork settings. Who is it suitable for? Early Years practitioners, level 3 and above, who would like to broaden their knowledge and work in playwork settings.
NCFE CACHE Level 2 and 3 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning What do the qualifications cover? These qualifications provide the knowledge needed to understand the Active Leisure and Learning sector and the roles within it. They cover a wide range of topics such as; employment law, legislation and procedures, personal development and career opportunities. They are a must have for anyone taking either a Level 2 or Level 3 Playwork Apprenticeship. Who are they suitable for? Anyone who wants to work or has just started working in the sport and active leisure industry. This could include working in: leisure centres, sports clubs, activity centres, adventure playgrounds and playwork clubs. What are the entry requirements? You should be at least 16 years old.
Learners Tutors/Trainers Assessors What is the purpose of assessment? Organisations Employers Why do we assess learners? To determine competence in skills and knowledge To find out their learning needs To identify learning styles To check their learning To find out what they already know
Assess learner to meet qualification specification learning outcomes High expectations - meet assessment criteria Record evidence and make assessment judgement Rigorous in checking the evidence What is the role of an assessor? Plan assessment and give feedback Safeguard the integrity of the qualification Manage information relating to assessment Support learners
show demonstable CPD be occupationally competent Playwork Assessors should… Be appropriately qualified according to Sector Skills/Awarding organisation requirements
Activity 1 Assessment
Assessment Methods Direct Observation A Professional discussion B Expert Witness & (Verbal WT) C Learner work products D learner logs Reflective diaries E Activity Plans F Observations of children or adults G Portfolio evidence H Recognition of prior learning I Reflective accounts J Written and pictorial evidence K Case Studies L Cache written tasks M Oral questions and answers N
Planning for holistic Playwork Assessment Theme Diamond Moments Theme Theme Theme Theme Theme Theme Theme Theme Theme Theme
Linking conceptual knowledge and competency applications I know all about it but........ I can do it but....... Am I competent to do it? Do I know why I do it and understand it
Activity 2 Giving feedback
Verbal feedback given as soon after assessment as possible Positive Actions Positive “sandwich” Written feedback essential summarising the contact Giving feedback Involve learner in feedback to clarify issues and answer questions State competence and actions Copies given to learner, assessor and centre records for audit trail
The flowers represent the feedback which must be given to learners (by assessor) or assessors (by IQA) and some times has to be handled very carefully Assessing is like a vase of flowers! The stems represent planning the assessment of qualifications The leaves represent the various assessment methods
What is the role of the Internal Quality assurer? Q_______________ U_______________ A_______________ L_______________ I _______________ T_______________ Y_______________ A_______________ S_______________ S_______________ U_______________ R_______________ A_______________ N_______________ C_______________ E_______________
Is the evidence SUFFICIENT? Is the evidence CURRENT? Is the evidence AUTHENTIC? Checking evidence and assessor judgements Observing in parallel with unconfident assessors Are the judgements by assessors VALID? Are the judgements by assessors RELIABLE? Observing assessing practice Interview learners Monitoring assessor practice Are the judgements by assessors FAIR? Observing planning and feedback to learners Attendance at meetings and following up Sampling learner work with assessor present
Ensuring fair IQA practice – avoid………..– Ensuring fair IQA practice – avoid…avoid…
Activity 3 Terminology and ensuring evidence is assessed at the correct level
IQA Strategy • Personalised sampling plans for each assessor • Sampling all assessors all methods, and all levels • Sampling plans & assessment decisions - audit trail • Standardisation • Record keeping • Actions set & checked
Quality Assurance in the assessment process…. recap • The IQA focus is a to sample: • ALL assessors • ALL assessment methods • All levels of units within the qualification S - selection of portfolios according to sampling plan A -assessors – RAG rating for sampling quantity M - methods of assessing P - planning/feedback and plagiarism L -levels within qualification E - engagement with assessors
Enable assessors and internal quality assurers to refine their practice Develop confidence in confirming assessment judgements Why Standardise Assessment? Forum for assessor and IQAs to be able to raise concerns and agree the way forward Confirm good practice and identify areas that are lacking and need to be addressed.
Problem units & assessment criteria Planning assessments Standardising written tasks Assessment methods Standardisation of ASSESSMENT practice Giving written & verbal feedback Recording professional discussions Referencing direct observations IQA practice
Activity 4 IQA
Moving Forward..... In groups consider: What actions are you going to do next? What are the timelines? What will you need to help you? Who will you need to help you?
