(RETURNERS) Magic Elf - Manchester 2026

LaplandUK; Macclesfield; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free hot meal

Free drinks

Shuttlebus

20% discount in LaplandUK shops

Job summary

Lapland Manchester, based at Capesthorne Hall, Congleton Road, Siddington, Macclesfield, SK11 9JY, seeks a Magic Elf for a seasonal, outdoor experience. The role is highly interactive, focusing on one-to-one guest interactions with families in a woodland setting.

The position runs mid-October to 24 December 2026 with paid training and live event dates from 7 November to 24 December 2026. Pay is £13.75 per hour, with holiday pay, meals, drinks, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage guests of all ages.
• Ability to improvise and create memorable experiences.
• Comfort in long periods of standing and moving in costume.
• Willingness to work outdoors in a temporary event environment.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests in a highly interactive, one-to-one manner.
• Engage families and convey LaplandUK’s purpose with warmth.
• Maintain energy in a dynamic, outdoor winter setting.

Skills

Guest interaction

Improvise

Energetic

Confident communication

Job description

About Lapland:

Based on the original stories of Mike and Alison Battle ‘Lapland’, the show, is a ground-breaking immersive theatrical production that brings to life the mythical elven world of Father Christmas. Lapland celebrates the wonderment of childhood through our magical world, rich story telling & memory making experiences.

Role Overview:

The role of a Magic Elf is a highly interactive, energetic role that requires confidence engaging and improvising with guests of all ages. A Magic Elf will spend more one-to-one time with our guests than most other roles found within the experience.

We are looking for great interactors, who are confident engaging with families – candidates who understand the importance of our purpose to ‘Honour Childhood Together.’

Many of our most successful colleagues have had no prior performance experience and we encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

The role of Magic Elf is a highly energetic and physical role that will require long periods of standing and walking, in costume, on uneven woodland pathways.

Theopportunity to Make Memories with our Small Folkisextremelyrewarding, and many of our Magic Elf teamreturn year after yearto help us bring the Lapland experience to life.

Please remember that LaplandUK is a temporary, outdoor experience which takes place in a mix of natural woodland, temporary cabins and tent structures. Working in a temporary event environment is not for everyone, however, so we recommend you take this into consideration before you accept!

Where is LaplandUK?

Lapland Manchester is based at Capesthorne Hall, Congleton Road, Siddington, Macclesfield, SK11 9JY.

Key Dates:

• PAID TRAINING: Your training plan will vary depending on your role. Training will take place on select dates between the end of October 2026 and the beginning of November 2026.
• LIVE EVENT: In 2026, Lapland Manchester will open on Saturday 7th November through to 24th December.

The contract will run from Mid-October to 24th December 2026.

• Hourly pay of £13.75 per hour, plus holiday pay paid at the end of the contract
• Free hot meal per day
• Free coffee, tea and soft drinks throughout shift
• 20% discount in LaplandUK retail shops on selected dates
• Shuttlebus (from designated local station to event site)

Working for LaplandUK is unlike any other role. By ‘Honouring Childhood Together’, we create memorable moments that families cherish forever.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our secret, magical world this year!

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.