Seasonal Father Christmas & Holiday Helper

The Trust; Wallington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

National Trust in Wallington is seeking a Father Christmas - Christmas Helper for a festive, family-focused experience. You will don the costume, greet visitors, and engage with groups during pre-booked sessions, stepping into walk-around moments for photos with guests and Magnificence the reindeer.

The role requires punctuality, adaptability, and sensitivity with children; training and DBS checks are provided as part of the induction process.

Qualifications

• Be helpful and friendly.
• Be a people person with a positive can-do attitude.
• Be enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Be a team player who can also work on your own initiative.
• Be flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Work in costume, greeting families during the Christmas experience.
• Meet groups for a 1-hour pre-booked session with children and adults.
• Chat with visitors, answer questions, and build excitement.
• Take photos and interact during the walk-around with opportunities near the sleigh.
• Attend induction/training and complete online assessment.
• Be punctual and reliable as part of a scheduled programme.
• Provide inclusive experiences for children who may be overwhelmed.

Skills

Helpful and friendly

People person

Positive attitude

Team player

Flexible and adaptable

Job description

National Trust in Wallington is seeking a Father Christmas - Christmas Helper for a festive, family-focused experience. You will don the costume, greet visitors, and engage with groups during pre-booked sessions, stepping into walk-around moments for photos with guests and Magnificence the reindeer.

The role requires punctuality, adaptability, and sensitivity with children; training and DBS checks are provided as part of the induction process.