Christmas Event Assistant - Santa Claus

Irish Heritage Trust; Wexford; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A cultural heritage organization in Wexford is seeking a seasonal Christmas Event Assistant to embody Santa Claus. The role involves welcoming families, creating magical moments, and ensuring a joyful experience for visitors. Ideal candidates will be warm and approachable, with a flair for performance. This positions offers €25 per hour in a enchanting environment.

Benefits

Magical working environment

Full training and costume support

Opportunity to create lasting festive memories

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable, and confident engaging with children and families.
• Reliable, flexible, and comfortable in a lively festive environment.
• Able to stay in character with enthusiasm throughout each shift.

Responsibilities

• Welcome families and children with warmth, kindness, and festive spirit.
• Create memorable moments through storytelling and conversations.
• Pose for photos while staying fully in character as Santa.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Working with children

Acting experience

Job description

Overview

Seasonal Job Opportunity: Christmas Event Assistant - Santa Claus

Location: Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, Wexford

Contract: Temporary / Seasonal (November - December 2025)

Hours: Part-time, evenings and weekends.

Pay: €25 per hour

This year at Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, experience the magic of Christmas in a place like no other. Nestled within centuries of history, our fairy-tale castle becomes a place of wonder, with festive magic around every corner. We are now seeking a charismatic and joyful Santa Claus to bring the heart of Christmas alive for our visitors.

Role & Responsibilities

• Welcome families and children with warmth, kindness, and festive spirit.
• Create memorable, magical moments through storytelling and conversations.
• Pose for photos while staying fully in character as Santa.
• Listen attentively to childrens Christmas wishes.
• Work alongside Mrs. Claus, Elves, and event staff to ensure smooth visitor experiences.
• Represent the joy and wonder of Christmas at Johnstown Castle.

About You

• Warm, approachable, and confident engaging with children and families.
• Reliable, flexible, and comfortable in a lively festive environment.
• Able to stay in character with enthusiasm throughout each shift.
• Happy to wear a Santa costume, beard, and boots (costume provided).
• Previous acting, performance, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• A magical working environment in the enchanting setting of Johnstown Castle.
• Full training, including character guidance and costume support.
• The opportunity to create lasting festive memories for families this Christmas.

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining why youd make a wonderful Santa Claus. Early applications are encouraged as positions are limited.

Skills

• Excellent customer service
• Working with children
• Acting experience

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Events Services

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