Christmas Elves

Pertemps Newcastle; North East; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Newcastle invites applications for a part-time, temporary Christmas Elf role at Kielder Waterside. The position offers £13.45 hourly with shifts across weekends during the festive period, including duties such as leading games, guiding guests to see Santa, chatting with youngsters, stock checks, and ushering activities.

Ideal candidates will have a warm demeanor, be confident with children, and be available regularly on weekends. Uniform is provided as part of the event.

Qualifications

• Friendly, warm manner and confidence around children.
• Weekend availability is essential.
• Part-time temporary role.

Responsibilities

• Create magical activities to keep the festive spirit alive.
• Guide groups to visit Santa and engage families on the way.
• Chat with children in the Joyporium and spread joy.
• Help with stock control and guest check-ins at the workshop.
• Usher theatre audiences and manage queues and crowds.

Skills

People skills

Customer service

Crowd management

Job description

Pertemps Newcastle seeks Christmas Elves for a part-time, temporary role at Kielder Waterside. Paid £13.45 hourly, this position runs across weekends over the festive period. Duties include leading cheerful games, escorting families to see Santa, chatting with youngsters in the Joyporium, managing stock, checking in guests, and ushering theatregoers with queue control. Applicants need a warm manner, confidence around children, and the ability to keep crowds happy. Reliable weekend availability is essential. This suits those who enjoy seasonal celebrations and want to deliver memorable experiences for visiting families throughout December.

JOIN SANTA’S WORKSHOP AT WINTER WONDERLAND IN KIELDER!

Do you believe in the magic of Christmas? Can you spread festive cheer faster than Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve? We’re on the lookout for Christmas Elves to help bring the joy of the season to life in Santa’s Workshop at Kielder Waterside! From leading jolly games and organising merry making for families, you’ll be the sparkle behind every smile.

What you’ll be doing:

• Creating magical activities to keep the festive spirit alive
• Guiding groups to visit Santa and engaging with families on the way
• Chatting with children in the Joyporium and spreading joy
• Helping with stock control and guest check-ins at the workshop
• Ushering in the theatre, including queue and crowd management

What’s in it for you?

• Regular weekend work over the Christmas period

This event runs every weekend from Saturday 28th November until Sunday 13th December, then from Saturday 19th December through to Wednesday 23rd December (Uniform is provided).