Seasonal Santa: Grotto & Breakfast Events Host

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

50% restaurant discount

25% discount at Garden Centre

10% discount in food halls

Wagestream access

Retail Trust access

Dobbies Academy access

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd is seeking a warm, festive Santa for the Christmas grotto from 16 November to 24 December. You will greet families, listen to wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with charm and inclusivity. You will also host Santa’s Breakfasts and attend Santa Paws events, creating magical experiences for children and their grown‑ups.

No prior Santa experience is required; training is provided. DBS clearance, right to work in the UK, and a short induction are mandatory.

Qualifications

• DBS check required and evidenced before start date.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to attend a short induction/training session before grotto opens.

Responsibilities

• Greeting children and their families, listening to Christmas wish lists, posing for photos, and handing out gifts with warmth and festive spirit.
• Hosting Santa's Breakfasts for families, creating a magical morning experience.
• Acting as ambassador of festive cheer at Santa Paws for families and pets.
• Delivering an inclusive grotto experience with training and support from fellow Santas and Elves.

Skills

Master storyteller

Excellent listening

Patience

Warm festive demeanor

Punctual and reliable

Education

DBS check

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd is seeking a warm, festive Santa for the Christmas grotto from 16 November to 24 December. You will greet families, listen to wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with charm and inclusivity. You will also host Santa’s Breakfasts and attend Santa Paws events, creating magical experiences for children and their grown‑ups.

No prior Santa experience is required; training is provided. DBS clearance, right to work in the UK, and a short induction are mandatory.