NOCN Approved Centre | Post-16 & Post-14 EOTIC & SEND Provision | Player Ready 

Struggling to find the right Post-16 support?  Player Ready delivers creative, trauma-informed alternative provision for 16–19 year olds who are Educated Other Than In College (EOTIC), have EHCPs, or need flexible, SEND-aware provision.

Our post-16 provision can be delivered from one of our Alternative Provision hubs in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset or Hampshire or online, both in-person or online offers small group or 1:1 options, it can also be suitable for Post-14 learners.

We specialise in supporting young people with ADHD, Autism, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), anxiety and other neurodivergent needs — with provision built around their interests, pace, and goals.

 

Player Ready is an officially approved NOCN Centre. NOCN is a nationally recognised awarding body regulated by Ofqual, trusted by schools, colleges, and training providers across the UK. This ensures every learner’s qualification is quality-assured and respected by employers and further education providers.

  

 What is SETPD?

Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development (SETPD) is designed to build confidence, workplace skills, and personal growth. Learners develop practical and creative abilities through hands-on modules, assessed via portfolios rather than exams.
– Flexible delivery – suitable for learners aged 14+
– Clear progression routes from Entry Level 3 through Level 3
– Available at Award (~60 hours), Certificate (~180–210 hours), and Diploma (~370 hours)

Foundations in Creative Computing (Entry 3)

💻 Kick-start your digital journey.

Modules include:

– Computer Basics

– IT User Fundamentals

– Planning & Reviewing for Personal Development

– Equality & Diversity

– Design & Imaging Software

– Desktop Publishing

– Presentation Software

– Mixed Media in 3D Art

✨ Ideal for learners wanting to develop digital confidence and core creative computing skills.

  

Digital Media & Creative Portfolio (Level 1)

🎨 Create. Present. Impress.

Modules include:

– Building a Personal Career Portfolio

– Presentation Skills

– Work Experience Preparation

– 2D and 3D Artwork Creation

– Website Development

– Design Software

✨ Perfect for those who want to combine digital creativity with real-world portfolio skills.

Digital Creation & Career Exploration Pathway (Level 2)

🚀 Discover your future – and create it.

Modules include:

– Investigating a Career

– Research Skills

– Improving Own Learning & Performance

– Presentation Skills

– Time Management Skills

– Understanding IT in the Workplace

– Design Software

– Video Software

✨ Best for learners who want to explore career paths while developing advanced creative media skills.

Digital Futures & Creative Careers (Level 3)

🌟 Where creativity meets career readiness.

Modules include:

– Building a Personal Career Portfolio

– Presentation Skills

– Equality & Diversity at Work

– Employment Rights & Responsibilities

– Time Management

– Design Software

– Design Project

– Preparation for Employment in the Creative & Cultural Industries

✨ Perfect for ambitious learners aiming to progress into creative industries or higher-level study.

 

Player Ready supports:

• 🎯 EOTIC learners seeking a college alternative

• 🎯 Young people at risk of NEET or disengagement

• 🎯 Families seeking trusted, SEND-aware provision

We offer flexible attendance models — from one day a week to full-time timetables. Our focus is on confidence, skills, and pathways to independence or further training.

 

🔗 Make a referral or request a discovery session to explore our Post-16 programme today.

📚 Learn more about our curriculum and accreditation:

• Player Ready Curriculum

• AQA Unit Award Centre

• NOCN Approved Centre

• National Post-16 Overview

   

  Player Ready – Supporting young people across the UK.