Animation Host

Haven Holidays; Cockenzie and Port Seton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualifications

50% off on-park dining

20% discounts on Haven Holidays

Free access to facilities

National brand discounts

Job summary

Haven Holidays is seeking enthusiastic Animation Hosts to join our Entertainment Team. You will perform in Haven's productions and lead interactive events, delivering a fun, dynamic show environment at Haven locations.

We offer comprehensive training, career development opportunities and exclusive team perks. The role is full-time/seasonal with 39 hours per week and a fortnightly PAYE contract, starting as roles vary with season, ending January 2, 2027.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a keen interest in entertainments and a passion to develop their skills within the industry.
• Confidence and the ability to engage with guests of all ages is essential.
• Basic dancing, presenting and animation skills are desirable.
• Our cast members are required to work 6 days per week - Hours will include evenings and weekends.
• Working hours are approximately 39 hours per week.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide ‘right to work’ documents to confirm they are 18+ and can legally work in the UK.
• Additionally, successful candidates will be required to undergo, and satisfactorily complete, an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.

Responsibilities

• Supporting in the delivery of daytime & evening events.
• Performing as an Actor within Haven’s interactive adventure show; ‘Dinosaur Explorers’.
• Performing as a costume animator/actor within Haven’s ‘Seaside Squad’ events.
• Performing as an actor/puppeteer within Haven’s ‘Avenue Q-style’ puppet show.
• Light entertainment duties including tech, meet & greets and guest interaction.
• *All roles may also berequiredto deliver photoshoots & PR exercises.
• Additionally,Allroles berequiredto support in the delivery of Owner/charity events.

Skills

Entertainment passion

Guest engagement

Dancing

Presenting

Animation

Stage performance

Job description

Employer: Haven. Advertised by inploi, which runs Haven's careers site.

Position:Animation Host

Type:Full Time/Seasonal, fortnightly-paid, PAYE contract

Pay Rates:£12.71 per hour (prior to accommodation,taxand national insurance deductions)

Start dates vary depending on role - The contract ends 2nd January 2027.

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as an Animation Host!

Are you passionate about entertainment and eager to build your skills in a fun, fast-paced environment?

We are looking for enthusiastic Animation Hosts to join our Entertainment Team. Whether it be performing in Haven's industry-leading theatrical productions or bringing-to-life innovative events and experiences. Haven provides a professional collaborative platform for individuals to excel within the industry, so ifyou’repassionate about performing and ready toshowcaseyour talent,we’dlove to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting in the delivery of daytime & evening events.
• Performing as an Actor within Haven’s interactive adventure show; ‘Dinosaur Explorers’.
• Performing as a costume animator/actor within Haven’s ‘Seaside Squad’ events.
• Performing as an actor/puppeteer within Haven’s ‘Avenue Q-style’ puppet show.
• Light entertainment duties including tech, meet & greets and guest interaction.
• *All roles may also berequiredto deliver photoshoots & PR exercises.
• Additionally,Allroles berequiredto support in the delivery of Owner/charity events.

Requirements

Whilst we will provide the training and supportrequiredto ensure you are great at what you do

• Candidates should have a keen interest in entertainments and a passion to develop their skills within the industry.
• Confidence and the ability to engage with guests of all ages is essential.
• Basic dancing,presentingand animation skills are desirable.
• Our cast membersare required towork 6 days per week - Hours will include evenings and weekends.
• Working hours are approximately 39 hours per week.
• *Successful candidates willbe requiredto provide ‘right to work’ documents to confirm they are 18+ and can legally work in the UK.
• Additionally, successful candidates willbe requiredto undergo, and satisfactorily complete, an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.

What We Offer

• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

We’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.