Santa's Elves

British Garden Centres; Sigglesthorne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

British Garden Centres is seeking Santa's Elves to create magical Christmas experiences at our grottos. You will help children meet Santa, spread the magic, and provide warm, friendly customer service. The role is part-time and on-site at Hornsea; weekend shifts required during the holiday season. If you love Christmas spirit and making families smile, join us.

No prior experience required; full training will be provided. Expect to wear a festive costume and engage with visitors of all ages.

Qualifications

• Warm and enthusiastic personality with a friendly festive spirit.
• Ability to laugh, sing and dance through the Christmas season.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and help children meet Santa in the grotto.
• Spread Christmas magic and provide friendly, memorable visits.
• Deliver good will and high levels of customer service.
• Fully flexible; must be able to work weekends.

Job description

Santa's Elves

Company: British Garden Centres

Hours: Part-time

Location: Hornsea, HU11 5QL

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 15 Oct 2026

Closing date: 29 Oct 2026

Summary

Location: Hornsea

Contract type: Temporary

Hours: Part Time

Hours: Various Hours Per Week Including Weekends

About Us

British Garden Centres is the UK's largest family owned garden centre group, with 80 centres nationwide. Founded by the Stubbs family, the business has grown rapidly through significant expansion and acquisitions, evolving from its first site at Woodthorpe Garden Centre into a national brand.

We are looking for a warm and enthusiastic personality with the ability to laugh and sing and dance all the way until Christmas.

The excitement of Christmas is magical for all children. It's a wonderful and captivating time of year and at the heart of the experience is Santa and his trusted Elves.

We are calling out to those who love the spirit of Christmas to wear the special costume and deliver the magic of Christmas to our customers of all ages.

As an Elf you will be responsible for creating memorable visits by preparing and helping children to meet Santa within one of our magical grottos.

From the moment you step into the role you will have fun spreading the magic of Christmas. and asking children about their Christmas list, you'll have the confidence to spread happiness and fulfil the imagination of children of all ages.

Becoming one of Santa's Elves is a truly magical task. It's not just about helping children feel at ease with the wonderful experience of seeing Santa, it's about keeping the spirit of Christmas alive which means good will, fantastic customer service and always looking for an opportunity to make people smile.

Fully flexible must be able to work Weekends.