Post Office Elf - Manchester 2026

LaplandUK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hot meal per day

Free coffee, tea and soft drinks

20% discount in LaplandUK retail shops

Holiday pay paid at end of contract

Job summary

LaplandUK in the United Kingdom seeks Elven Post Office Elves to warmly welcome families and help with passport stamping, letter-writing, and shopping inquiries. You’ll assist children writing letters to Father Christmas and guide guests through the Elven Post Office experience.

Responsibilities include stamping passports, operating the retail till, sharing Lapland lore, and safeguarding procedures with calm professionalism.

Qualifications

• Excellent guest service and communication with families.
• Able to work in costume as an Elf, maintaining composure.
• Flexible shifts; minimum commitment of 3 shifts per week.
• Eligible to work in the United Kingdom without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Welcome families at Elva's Elven Post Office with warmth and guidance.
• Assist children with letter-writing and posting to Father Christmas.
• Stamp Elven Passports accurately and explain procedures to guests.
• Operate the Post Office till; ensure tidy presentation and accurate processing.
• Answer questions and share Lapland lore to enhance guest experience.
• Follow safeguarding and lost-property procedures calmly and safely.
• Maintain organisation and attention to detail throughout shifts.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences with Lapland magic.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Tech aptitude

Flexibility

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Pressure handling

Job description

We are most famous for our award-winning event, buried deep in the Crown Estate near Ascot. 17 years ago, Mike & Alison Battle created the event out of their own desire to take their children somewhere that would celebrate the pure, commercially unsullied, magic of Christmas. Now, with the help of Hollywood set-designers, West-End actors and more than a sprinkling of magic, the event is keeping the magic of Christmas alive for thousands of children every year.

LaplandUK celebrates and honours the values, imagination and wonderment of childhood through our magical world, rich storytelling and immersive memory making experiences.

This is an exciting period of growth for us, as we look for new ways to bring the Lapland experience to a global audience through media, publishing, live shows and eCommerce channels.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Elven Post Office Elves are the trusted guardians of communication, care, and organisation within Elva's Elven Post Office. They create a warm and welcoming experience for every family, assisting with passport stamping, letter-writing to Father Christmas, guest enquiries, retail purchases, and safeguarding procedures, all while upholding the magic and efficiency of the Lapland Elven Village.

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome andassistfamilies visiting Elva's Elven Post Office, providing friendly and knowledgeable guest service.
• Help Small Folk write and post their letters to Father Christmas, creating a memorable and magical experience.
• Stamp Elven Passports accurately and guide guests through this important part of their journey.
• Operate the retail till, processpurchasesefficiently andmaintainhigh standardsof presentation within the Post Office shop.
• Answer guest questions confidently, sharing Lapland lore and providing clear information when needed.
• Follow all lost property and lost child procedures, ensuring concerns are handled calmly, safely, and in line with safeguarding protocols.
• Support the smooth operation of the Post Office,maintainingorganisation, accuracy, and attention to detail throughout the day.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences, resolving issues with professionalism, warmth, and a touch of Lapland magic.

Skills / Knowledge

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Bright witha strong senseof initiative.
• Confident with technology.
• Flexibility of approach to working environment needs.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Positive attitude throughout to ensure a good morale is sustained onsite.
• Organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Pay Rate: £13.75 per hour

• Free hot meal per day
• Free coffee, tea and soft drinks
• 20% discount in LaplandUK retail shops on selected dates
• Holiday pay paid at end of contract

Customer Facing Role Requirements Where the Worker is in costume, will be expected to:

• Remove all jewellery and piercings (no clear replacements) - this includes tooth gems/grills.
• Have neatly groomed, natural coloured hair, and as an elf, have all long hair in plaits.
• If worn, religious head coverings must be a neutral colour of brown, beige, or navy.
• Arrive on shift with none or natural make-up (foundation if worn must look like your natural skin tone); minimal mascara, no false eye lashes and no false or painted nails.
• No tattoos are permitted from the collar bone up for all customer facing roles. In addition, no tattoos are permitted below elbow for Food & Beverage, and 2 inches below elbow for all other customer facing roles on site
• Leave all watches, including smart watches and phones securely in your locker.

Please note we require a minimum commitment of 3 shifts per week.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom without the need for visa sponsorship.

Lapland reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any time. Due to the high number of applications being received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant.

Lapland is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.