Seasonal Santa & Grotto Host: Warmth, Cheer & Magic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Staff discounts

Wagestream

Retail Trust

Dobbies Academy

Team culture

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd is seeking festive season staff to bring magic to our Christmas grotto in the UK. You will greet families, listen to wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with warmth and charm.

You’ll also host Santa’s Breakfasts and Santa Paws events, acting as an ambassador of festive cheer. Training is provided, and prior Santa experience isn’t required—just warmth and presence.

Qualifications

• DBS check required (safeguarding) and evidenced before start date
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to attend short induction/training before grotto opens

Responsibilities

• Greet families, listen to Christmas wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with warmth and festive spirit
• Host Santa’s Breakfasts and Santa Paws events, creating memorable experiences for families and pets
• Act as ambassador of festive cheer at the grotto, ensuring a magical and inclusive visit for every guest

Skills

Listener

Storytelling

Patience

Warmth

Punctuality

Customer service

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd is seeking festive season staff to bring magic to our Christmas grotto in the UK. You will greet families, listen to wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with warmth and charm.

You’ll also host Santa’s Breakfasts and Santa Paws events, acting as an ambassador of festive cheer. Training is provided, and prior Santa experience isn’t required—just warmth and presence.