The plans, which were presented at a meeting of the Children's Workforce Network (CWN) earlier this month, are designed to improve entry routes to the workforce.
Apprentices would have the chance to train across a range of disciplines. The qualification would also make it easier for young people to start a career in the sector.
Catherine Fitt, strategic director of children's services at the National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services, and member of CWN, described the plans as "an excellent idea".
She said: "Anything that brings young people into the workforce has to be welcomed. Young people are very passionate about working with other young people and they can be extremely good at the job. What's also good is that it gives people a chance to get trained across the workforce."
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