Santa’s Elves – Seasonal Full Time

Tates of Sussex; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tates of Sussex is seeking enthusiastic Santa's Elves to join the Old Barn Garden Centre grotto. This physically active, customer‑facing role requires warmth, energy and a strong character to engage families and visitors throughout busy festive periods.

You will welcome guests, guide families, assist Father Christmas, help children choose presents, replenish stock and maintain a magical grotto environment while staying in character.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming families and guiding visitors
• Assisting Father Christmas
• Helping children select presents
• Maintaining the grotto and replenishing stock
• Staying in character with high energy during busy periods

Job description

This is a physically active, customer-facing performance role involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, reaching and occasional lifting and carrying of toys and decorations. Duties include welcoming and guiding families, assisting Father Christmas, helping children select presents, maintaining the grotto and replenishing stock.

The role requires physical stamina, high energy levels, strong communication skills, patience, emotional resilience and the ability to remain enthusiastic and in character for extended periods, including during busy periods with large numbers of visitors.

Job Santa’s Elves

Location Old Barn Garden Centre

Department Management

Hours Full Time