Animation Host

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Animation Host, where you'll engage guests through lively performances and events. This role offers the chance to develop your skills in a fun environment while enjoying perks like discounts and leisure facilities. As part of a well-respected family in the leisure industry, you'll contribute to creating memorable experiences for guests of all ages. With opportunities for training and personal development, this is a fantastic chance to grow in the entertainment field while being part of a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Free use of Leisure Facilities

Up to 50% Discount off food

Discounts with national Brands & Retailers

20% Discount for family & friends

Training and development

Health, Mind & Money Support Programme

Live-in accommodation

Qualifications

• Interest in entertainment and a passion to develop skills in the industry.
• Confidence to engage and interact with guests of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of daytime and evening events.
• Perform as a costume animator/actor in events.
• Handle light entertainment duties such as tech support.

Skills

Basic dancing skills

Presenting skills

Animation skills

Guest interaction

Education

Right to work documents

Job description

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Animation Host, East Riding of Yorkshire

Client: Haven

Location: East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a97307e223fd

Job Views: 10

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

Animation Host

Come and join our OneGreat Team at Far Grange Haven as an Animation Host! Your responsibilities will include supporting the delivery of daytime and evening events, performing as a costume animator/actor in our ‘Seaside Squad’ events, puppeteering in ‘With Ned & Polly,’ and potentially swinging or covering in our in-house productions. You will also handle light entertainment duties such as tech support, meet & greets, and guest interaction. Additional duties may include assisting with owner and charity events, rehearsals, photoshoots, filming, or PR exercises.

What’s In It For You?

• Free use of our Leisure Facilities, including swimming pool
• Up to 50% Discount off food on Park and 20% discount in our shops
• Opportunity to use our Corporate Box at the O2 Arena
• Discounts with many national Brands & Retailers
• 20% Discount for you, your family & friends across Haven & WarnerLeisure Hotels
• Reward & Recognition Schemes
• Training and development including fully funded qualifications
• Health, Mind & Money Support Programme
• Family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria apply)
• Live-in accommodation

Rate of Pay: £ per hour (before accommodation, tax, and national insurance deductions)

Experience and Qualifications:

• Interest in entertainment and a passion to develop skills in the industry
• Confidence to engage and interact with guests of all ages
• Basic dancing, presenting, and animation skills
• Candidates must provide ‘right to work’ documents confirming they are 18+ and eligible to work in the UK

Who are we?

We are part of the award-winning Bourne Leisure family, including Haven & Warner Hotels, with 9,000 team members across 39 seaside locations. Our HQ is in Hemel Hempstead.

Working with us:

We pride ourselves on our exceptional people and our Breath of Fresh Air culture, valuing openness and supporting our team members to be their authentic selves. This opportunity requires successful candidates to undergo and pass an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting. It is a full-time, seasonal, fortnightly-paid PAYE contract ending in November 2024. The role involves working approximately 39 hours per week over 6 variable days/evenings. Shared accommodation is provided if needed.

We look forward to hearing from you!