Santa's Elves / Seasonal Charactersexpired
Center Parcs
United Kingdom, TBA
Posted on: July 19, 2025
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Description:
Full job description
Every year our villages fall under a captivating spell and transform into an enchanting Winter Wonderland. With twinkling lights, glittering decorations and Santa’s Woodland Workshop, the forest comes alive with the anticipation of Christmas.
SANTA’S ELVES / SEASONAL CHARACTERS | £12.37 per hour
Becoming one of Santa’s Elves is a truly magical task. It’s not just about helping children feel at ease with the wonderful experience of seeing Santa, it’s about keeping the spirit of Christmas alive which means good will, fantastic customer service and always looking for an opportunity to make people smile.
The role is as diverse as it is magical, our Elves / Seasonal Characters play a key role in delivering lots of seasonal activities, so you could be meeting and greeting in Santa’s Woodland Workshop, entertaining our guests with elfish antics in the Winter Wonderland village or supporting events such as Santa’s Greetings, Brunch with Santa and much more.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) Check. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.
Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longleat Forest (BA12 7PU) as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey
HOURS OF WORK
Please note this is a fixed-term contract until 25th December 2025.
We have various full and part-time contracts available with a variety of shift patterns. Flexibility will be required as our village is open 365 days of the year, so you may need to be able to work some evenings and weekends on a rota basis.
(Some contracts may be available until the end of February to support our Winter Forest Lights experience)
ABOUT YOU
We're seeking individuals who love the festive season and can bring that joy and enthusiasm to our guests.
Essential requirements:
Ability to perform under pressure
Naturally outgoing and enthusiastic with a friendly and approachable attitude
Naturally cheerful
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and build a rapport with both children and adults
Enthusiasm for the Christmas / Seasonal spirit
Desirable requirements:
Previous experience in amateur dramatics or acting
Previous experience working as an Elf would be an advantage
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:
Colleague Bonus Scheme
Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
Free use of our leisure facilities
Discounted Center Parcs breaks
20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.
Closing date: 25th July 2025
Interviews to be held: 19th August 2025
Application Deadline:
July 25, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job Category:
Performing
Artistic Discipline:
Theater, Dance, Circus, Music, Performance Art
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
TBA
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