Councils have historically had a significant role in meeting the play needs of children and young people across Northern Ireland. Over the past 30 years PlayBoard has supported local government, providing guidance and support across a variety of areas ranging from the delivery of play projects to the completion of community consultations and the development of play strategies.
The establishment of the new 11 council structure under RPA presents significant challenges for councils as they seek to meet play need, not least the introduction of community planning and the need to ensure that children and young people are involved actively in the decisions that impact upon their play.
Play Project Development and Delivery
With extensive experience in developing and delivering play projects within communities, PlayBoard are able to offer a range of innovative approaches to meeting play need including Street Play and Open/Green Spaces Play. Our fully trained and experienced Play Development Officers are able to work with communities to enhance local play opportunities, transforming drab locations into places of play!
Consultations on Play & Play Need
Not sure what specific type of support you need or what would be most effective approach? PlayBoard are able to offer a bespoke consultancy service aimed at meeting your unique requirements as they relate to all aspects of play and play provision. For a no obligations discussion about your needs please contact PlayBoard’s Director of Service Delivery and Development, Alan Herron.
Play Strategy Development
PlayBoard have been to the fore in driving the play agenda regionally and locally for many years, playing a central role in the development of the Executive and local government play strategies. Given our unique expertise, we are able to support councils to develop coherent play strategies that meet the needs of children and young people and deliver for play.
GIS Mapping and Demographic Analysis of Play Need
Mapping fixed play provision and underlying demographic patterns is an essential first step in establishing a strategic approach to meeting play need. PlayBoard are able to offer a GIS Mapping and demographic analysis Service supporting you to make informed decisions regarding both current and future play requirements.
Business Development Afterschool Childcare
Before investing in fixed play it is critical to have a clear understanding of community views on a range of issues including proposed location, play type and the level of local demand. PlayBoard’s experience in developing and delivering community consultation surveys and events can help to ensure you have the all the information you need to meet play need whilst maximising the impact of capital investment in fixed play.
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Peripatetic Play Development Officers – PlayBoard Is Recruiting
PlayBoard is looking to grow its team of Peripatetic Play Development Officers. We are looking for self-motivated, creative, and innovative individuals who have expertise in Play Delivery, Play Practice and/or Play Development. To join our Peripatetic Team you will [...]