Father Christmas

Sea Life; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

Staff discount 25%

LEGO discount 40%

Merlin Magic Pass

Cinema ticket discounts

Job summary

SEA LIFE Blackpool is seeking a festive Santa for the winter season to deliver magical experiences for visitors. In this part-time fixed-term role, you will don the red suit, engage with children about their wish lists, and share stories from the North Pole.

You will join a fun team, attend training, and participate in grotto shifts on specified dates from late November to late December. A joyful, confident presence is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in improv or a similar role is desirable but full training will be given.
• Outgoing, fun, upbeat and have a jolly demeanour.
• The confidence to deliver Christmas Magic to our visitors.

Responsibilities

• Assist as Santa in the grotto and engage with families.
• Ask children about their wish lists and tell stories about the North Pole.
• Help create a magical Christmas experience for SEA LIFE Blackpool visitors.

Skills

Improv experience

Outgoing demeanor

Confidence to deliver magic

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

Location: SEA LIFE Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 5AA

Hours: Guaranteed hours

Contract Type: Fixed term

Calling Father Christmas! Yes, we said it… It’s nearly the most wonderful time of the year, and we need Father Christmas at SEA LIFE Blackpool to help deliver the magic. Together with a team of elves you can help deliver an extremely magical experience to all families visiting us.

If you’re ho-ho-hoping for a part-time role this winter, then look no further as we are recruiting for the jolliest role there is. Christmas is a magical time of year, and Santa is at the heart of the experience. From the moment you step into the red suit you’ll be totally immersed in the experience, asking children about their wish list, and telling stories about the North Pole. You’ll certainly be asked lots of questions, and we look forward to seeing you keeping the magic of Christmas real.

We know Santa Claus is busy, but we’ll need them to be available when the contract starts from the 27th November to 24th December. Based upon the following dates you will be required to work- Between 27th November-4th December for training.

Grotto dates - 5th/6th December, 12th/13th December and 19th - 24th December

Training is provided in our stand-alone Grotto with our elves, plus we have a full Santa costume to put on. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an audition as part of the selection process.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in improv or a similar role is desirable but full training will be given
• Outgoing, fun, upbeat and have a jolly demeanour
• The confidence to deliver Christmas Magic to our visitors

Benefits

Alongside becoming a guide in creating magical memories, we also offer:

• Monthly Bonus based on customer 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] one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

GBP £15.00/Hr.