Seasonal Santa Performer – Warmth, Magic & Cheer

Dobbies; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

50% off in restaurants

25% off in Garden Centre

10% off in food halls

Wagestream access

Retail Trust wellbeing support

Dobbies Academy seasonal Santa School

Job summary

Dobbies is seeking a seasonal Santa to bring Christmas magic to visitors in our grotto. You will greet families, collect wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with warmth and charm.

The role also includes Santa's Breakfasts and Santa Paws appearances to create joyful memories for children and their families. Training is provided and prior Santa or event-hosting experience is a bonus but not required.

Qualifications

• Basic DBS clearance required.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to attend induction/training prior to grotto opening.

Responsibilities

• Greet children and families, listen to Christmas wish lists, pose for photos, and hand out gifts with warmth and festive spirit.
• Host Santa's Breakfasts, welcoming families to magical mornings full of laughter and storytelling.
• Act as festive ambassador at Santa Paws, bringing smiles to children, adults and pets.
• Deliver an inclusive grotto experience with training and support from fellow Santas and Elves, adapting to visitors’ needs.

Job description

Dobbies is seeking a seasonal Santa to bring Christmas magic to visitors in our grotto. You will greet families, collect wish lists, pose for photos and hand out gifts with warmth and charm.

The role also includes Santa's Breakfasts and Santa Paws appearances to create joyful memories for children and their families. Training is provided and prior Santa or event-hosting experience is a bonus but not required.