Father Christmas
AI Summary
Portrays Father Christmas at SEA LIFE Blackpool, interacting with children and families to deliver a magical holiday experience during the Christmas season.
About this role
What you'll bring to the team
Location: SEA LIFE Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 5AA
Hours: Guaranteed hours
Contract Type: Fixed term
Calling Father Christmas! Yes, we said it… It’s nearly the most wonderful time of the year, and we need Father Christmas at SEA LIFE Blackpool to help deliver the magic. Together with a team of elves you can help deliver an extremely magical experience to all families visiting us.
If you’re ho-ho-hoping for a part-time role this winter, then look no further as we are recruiting for the jolliest role there is. Christmas is a magical time of year, and Santa is at the heart of the experience. From the moment you step into the red suit you’ll be totally immersed in the experience, asking children about their wish list, and telling stories about the North Pole. You’ll certainly be asked lots of questions, and we look forward to seeing you keeping the magic of Christmas real.
We know Santa Claus is busy, but we’ll need them to be available when the contract starts from the 27th November to 24th December. Based upon the following dates you will be required to work- Between 27th November-4th December for training.
Grotto dates - 5th/6th December, 12th/13th December and 19th - 24th December
Training is provided in our stand-alone Grotto with our elves, plus we have a full Santa costume to put on. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an audition as part of the selection process.
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in improv or a similar role is desirable but full training will be given
- Outgoing, fun, upbeat and have a jolly demeanour
- The confidence to deliver Christmas Magic to our visitors
Benefits
Alongside becoming a guide in creating magical memories, we also offer:
- Monthly Bonus based on customer satisfaction
- 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants
- 40% off LEGO online
- Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
- Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets
If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Pay Range
GBP £15.00/Hr.Skills
Explore related jobs
More jobs at SEA LIFE
Similar Costume Management jobs
- Insomniac - Escape Halloween 2026 Sesonal Entertainment Wardrobe SpecialistLive Nation Worldwide, Inc. · San Bernardino, CA
- Student Production Crew Positions – Drama Department (Student Wage)The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia · Charlottesville, Virginia
- Part-Time Behrend Nittany Lion MascotThe Pennsylvania State University · Penn State Erie, The Behrend College
Jobs in Blackpool
- MSupport Worker - Supported HousingMakingspace · Blackpool, United Kingdom
- SFacilities SupervisorSeasonaluk Merlinentertainments · Lancashire-BLACKPOOL, United Kingdom
- Wellbeing VolunteerWaythrough · Blackpool Haven
Apprentice Quality EngineerDennis Eagle · Blackpool- Counter Manager - BlackpoolBenefit Cosmetics UK · Lancashire-Blackpool, United Kingdom
- Casual Crisis Recovery WorkerWaythrough · Blackpool Haven
Browse these categories
Market data for this role
All reports →- SeriesRole reportsOne role family at a time: how many openings, what changed this week, who is hiring, what it pays.
- SeriesSalary reportsWhat employers publish in job postings, by level and workplace. Not self-reported pay.
- Market overviewState of tech hiring, September 2026: up 4.8%Tech hiring rose 4.8% month over month in September 2026, with 411,122 new listings. Customer support and account executive roles led the growth.