Seasonal Santa: Warm, Charismatic Grotto Host

Dobbies Garden Centres; Shepton Mallet; 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 sessions

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres is seeking enthusiastic seasonal Santas to bring magical Christmas experiences to families in our grotto and events. You will greet visitors, tell stories, pose for photos, and distribute gifts with warmth and festive cheer.

Successful candidates will join a supportive team, attend a short induction, and wear the costume and character during shifts. Prior Santa experience is a bonus but not essential.

Qualifications

• Basic DBS clearance prior to start date.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to attend induction/training before grotto opens.

Responsibilities

• Bringing Christmas to life for every family who visits the grotto: greeting children and families, listening to wish lists, posing for photos, and handing out gifts with warmth and festive spirit.
• Hosting Santa’s Breakfasts: welcoming families to magical mornings full of laughter and storytelling.
• Acting as our festive ambassador at Santa Paws: bringing smiles to children, adults and pets alike.
• Delivering an inclusive grotto experience with training and support from fellow Santas and Elves.

Skills

Storytelling

Customer service

Listening

Presence & warmth

Punctuality

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres is seeking enthusiastic seasonal Santas to bring magical Christmas experiences to families in our grotto and events. You will greet visitors, tell stories, pose for photos, and distribute gifts with warmth and festive cheer.

Successful candidates will join a supportive team, attend a short induction, and wear the costume and character during shifts. Prior Santa experience is a bonus but not essential.