Elf Costume Character

Merlin; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus based on guest sat isf a

25% discount in retail shops and resta

40% off LEGO online

Merlin Magic Pass - free tickets to a1

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments is recruiting a Christmas Elf for SEA LIFE Birmingham in Brindley Place. Based in the enchanted grotto, you will engage guests in festive activities, stay in character, and support Father Christmas during the busy season.

The role requires enthusiasm for Christmas, stamina for busy periods, and the ability to manage groups of excited visitors. Training and full costume are provided; shifts include weekends and holidays until 24 December.

Qualifications

• The love of everything Christmas
• A huge sense of fun
• Plenty of stamina
• The confidence to organise groups of excitable guests
• Training and full costume will be provided in our stand‑alone Grotto

Responsibilities

• Be in character as an Elf for each shift during the event
• Support with safety measures and assist guests as needed
• Check tickets and help guests wherever required

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

Elf Costume Character

Location: SEA LIFE Centre, Brindley Place, Birmingham, B1 2HL

Hours: Guaranteed hours

Contract Type: Fixed term

Wanted: Christmas Elves. We’re currently seeking Character Actors with a flair for improvisation who can help spread Christmas cheer at SEA LIFE Birmingham!

As a Christmas Elf you'll be based in our very own enchanted grotto for guests to enjoy safe, festive fun with their nearest and DEER-est. This will involve being in character as an Elf, assisting with various activities and supporting Father Christmas.

This is a guest facing role, to support and engage with guests that are visiting our event during this magical time. You'll be required to be in character as an Elf for each shift during the event, so you must be confident in characterisation and performance. Strong guest interaction skills are also a must! Keeping the Christmas magic alive, you will support the operational teams with safety measures and be on hand to check tickets and help guests wherever needed.

We require Elves to be available from mid-November until the 24th of December, and we have a mixture of part-time contracts available, working a variety of shifts including weekends, bank holidays and full-time hours during peak times as required.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an audition as part of the selection process.

Qualifications & Experience

As a magical Elf you will need to have

• The love of everything Christmas
• A huge sense of fun
• Plenty of stamina
• The confidence to organise groups of excitable guests
• Training and full costume will be provided in our stand‑alone Grotto

Benefits

Alongside spreading Christmas cheer, you’ll also receive:

• Monthly bonus based on guest satisfaction
• 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants
• 40% off LEGO online
• Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
• Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

GBP £12.81/Hr.