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Job Post Details

Santa's Elves / Seasonal Characters (fixed-term)
Center Parcs
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3.4
Longford, County Longford
€14.35 an hour
Full-time
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Job details

€14.35 an hour
Full-time
Evening shift, Holidays
Longford, County Longford

Full job description

Longford Forest | €14.35 per hour

Create festive magic for every guest

Join the magic of Christmas and help create unforgettable festive experiences! You'll play a key role in spreading Christmas cheer, delivering exceptional customer service and making every guest smile through magical seasonal activities.

What you'll be doing

  • Welcome and engage guests in Santa's Woodland Workshop and Winter Wonderland
  • Deliver cheerful entertainment and elfish antics to delight children and families
  • Support in seasonal events including Santa's Greetings and Brunch with Santa
  • Maintain a joyful atmosphere and uphold the spirit of Christmas

What's in it for you

  • Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
  • Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
  • Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
  • A supportive, friendly team
  • Career development and in-role training

Your working hours

Please note this is a fixed-term contract until 24th December 2026

  • Full-time and part-time contracts available, fully flexible
  • You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum amount of hours over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
  • This role includes evenings, midweek working and bank holidays
  • Premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday

About you

  • Performs well under pressure with a cheerful, enthusiastic and approachable attitude
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to build rapport with children and adults
  • Enthusiasm for the Christmas / seasonal spirit

Note: You'll need to complete a Garda vetting before starting (we'll help with that).

Our values

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Sound like your kind of job?

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Closing date: 11th November 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.


At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

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