Santa or Christmas Elf
| Posting date: | 25 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 09 July 2025 |
| Location: | Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4EP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Centre for Life |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
Santa or Christmas Elf
Rate of Pay: £17.00 per hour dependent on experience
Hours: 25 - 35 hours per week (Wednesday – Sunday) depending on business need throughout November and December.
The International Centre for Life is a thriving science hub in the heart of Newcastle. Its purpose is to inspire everyone to explore and enjoy science and to provide a world class science hub where life enhancing engagement, research and clinical treatment can thrive. Life is home to NHS clinics as well as scientists and researchers from Newcastle University. Life Science Centre is at the heart of this ‘circle of science’ and aspires to be most accessible and inclusive visitor attraction in the UK. It has an international reputation for its work in sensory engagement.
The festive season is just around the corner, and we are looking for outgoing individuals who can embrace the spirit of Christmas and help our visitors have an unforgettable time!
As jolly Santa or his favourite elf, you will play a key role in creating magical and memorable moments for everyone who visits Life. Duties include greeting adults and young children, performing in a short show which includes fun festive demos, sharing hot chocolates with some very excited children and listening to their Christmas ideas ahead of the big day!
You will be someone lively, energetic, and with a sense of humour. If you love making people smile and enjoy entertaining others, you will fit right in. Performing skills is a must have, and if you can sing, that’s a fantastic bonus.
You must be available throughout November and December, Wednesdays - Sundays. Costumes will be provided plus training.
Life is a welcoming and friendly place to work. We offer you a range of benefits including access to wellbeing initiatives, an Employee Assistance Programme and discounted car-parking in the centre of Newcastle.
Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check. Details of our DBS policy is available on request. For further information regarding this post, please refer to the job description and person specification on our website.
To apply for these vacancies, please complete the online application form which can be accessed from our website at https://www.life.org.uk/join-the-team/ by midday Wednesday 9 July.
The International Centre for Life is an equal opportunities employer and is accredited with the Equality Standard Gold Award. Life has achieved Continuing Excellence accreditation under the North East Better Health at Work Scheme.
Registered Charity Number: 1059607
Rate of Pay: £17.00 per hour dependent on experience
Hours: 25 - 35 hours per week (Wednesday – Sunday) depending on business need throughout November and December.
The International Centre for Life is a thriving science hub in the heart of Newcastle. Its purpose is to inspire everyone to explore and enjoy science and to provide a world class science hub where life enhancing engagement, research and clinical treatment can thrive. Life is home to NHS clinics as well as scientists and researchers from Newcastle University. Life Science Centre is at the heart of this ‘circle of science’ and aspires to be most accessible and inclusive visitor attraction in the UK. It has an international reputation for its work in sensory engagement.
The festive season is just around the corner, and we are looking for outgoing individuals who can embrace the spirit of Christmas and help our visitors have an unforgettable time!
As jolly Santa or his favourite elf, you will play a key role in creating magical and memorable moments for everyone who visits Life. Duties include greeting adults and young children, performing in a short show which includes fun festive demos, sharing hot chocolates with some very excited children and listening to their Christmas ideas ahead of the big day!
You will be someone lively, energetic, and with a sense of humour. If you love making people smile and enjoy entertaining others, you will fit right in. Performing skills is a must have, and if you can sing, that’s a fantastic bonus.
You must be available throughout November and December, Wednesdays - Sundays. Costumes will be provided plus training.
Life is a welcoming and friendly place to work. We offer you a range of benefits including access to wellbeing initiatives, an Employee Assistance Programme and discounted car-parking in the centre of Newcastle.
Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check. Details of our DBS policy is available on request. For further information regarding this post, please refer to the job description and person specification on our website.
To apply for these vacancies, please complete the online application form which can be accessed from our website at https://www.life.org.uk/join-the-team/ by midday Wednesday 9 July.
The International Centre for Life is an equal opportunities employer and is accredited with the Equality Standard Gold Award. Life has achieved Continuing Excellence accreditation under the North East Better Health at Work Scheme.
Registered Charity Number: 1059607