How to earn up to £16 per hour this Christmas as Santa or one of his elves
THE festive holiday season is nearly here - and it's no secret that it's also one of the most expensive times of year.
Fortunately, it is also the perfect moment to find temporary work as retailers prepare for the high influx of excitable shoppers.
And if dealing with stressed customers is putting you off from applying - we might have the job for you.
There is no more festive job than being Father Christmas himselfo or one of his helpful elves.
It also pays well, with some places offering up to £15 per hour - more than £7.50 over the minimum wage.
According to , one of the biggest operators in the UK with over 700 positions on offer, the role mainly consists in creating magical experiences and memories for adults and kids visiting grottos across the UK.
To apply you won't need a white bear or a previous Santa role, but some places might ask you for experience in acting, performance or working with children.
It is worth noting that stores are mostly looking for mature energetic gentlemen who love everything about Christmas.
So younger and female candidates would probably have more chances getting a job as one of Santa's elves.
You'll also need to be ready to pass a criminal record check if you don't already have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate.
Jobs across the UK are advertised and usually enable you to work between November 1 right up to December 24.
Among the best offer, we found that the Royal Albert Hall is currently looking offering that will earn £15 an hour each.
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The right candidate should have the ability to remain in character and answer the children’s Christmas questions, pose for photos and hand out presents.
LaplandUK is also looking for Father Christmas to join it’s team at Whitmoor Forest for £16 per hour. Payday is weekly.
The company is looking for a “calm, patient, kind gentlemen with strong family values who honour the wonderment of childhood”.
If you have no previous experience, LaplandUK will also give you training.
According to , Great Grottos pays elves between minimum wage and up to £8 per hour, while grotto managers get between £8 to £11 per hour.
You can find other offers on websites like or .
If working with kids is not for you, check out all the retailers that are currently recruiting for the festive season - including Marks and Spencer, Argos and John Lewis among others.
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