British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)
Be Our Santa at Hertfordshire Zoo!
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Hertfordshire Zoo
UK Closing date for applications is: 30th Sep 2026
Contact: Lisa Pressland (Lisa.Pressland@hertfordshirezoo.com)
Sector: PR/Marketing
Type: Paid
Contract type: Part-time
Salary: £25.00 per hour, plus 12.07% holiday pay
Be Our Santa at Hertfordshire Zoo!
Casual, Seasonal Position
Hertfordshire Zoo is looking for enthusiastic, energetic and festive individuals to bring the magic of Christmas to life as Santa Claus at Hertfordshire Zoo in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire.
What We Offer
- £25.00 per hour, plus 12.07% holiday pay
- Full costume and training provided
- A fun and rewarding role in a magical setting
- The opportunity to work at one of Hertfordshire's best-loved attractions
This is much more than simply wearing the costume. You'll be at the heart of our brand-new Christmas experience, welcoming excited children, listening to Christmas wishes and helping every family create special festive memories.
What We're Looking For
You'll need to be:
- Naturally warm, friendly and engaging with children and adults
- Super enthusiastic, energetic and full of festive spirit
- Calm, patient and professional, even during busy or challenging visits
- Confident communicating with a wide range of guests and adapting to different situations
- Reliable, punctual and committed to delivering an excellent visitor experience
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
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You Must Also
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle, as the site is not accessible by public transport
- Have the existing right to live and work in the UK
Previous performance, entertainment or grotto experience would be an advantage, but is not essential. Most importantly, you'll need a genuine enthusiasm for creating magical moments and making every visitor feel welcome.
Why This Role is Special
As Santa, you'll meet hundreds of families throughout the festive season. We're looking for people who can remain cheerful, approachable and composed throughout each shift, including during those occasional tricky moments when excited children, busy parents and Christmas expectations all come together.
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When You’ll Work
- Wednesday 4 November
- Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November
- Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November
- Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December
- Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December
- Saturday 19 to Thursday 24 December
You do not need to be available for every date, although good general availability is important. The experience will run during the day and into the evening, with shifts of between four and eight hours scheduled between 9.00am and 7.30pm
If you’ve got a hearty “Ho, ho, ho!”, love working with people and can bring warmth, kindness and Christmas magic to every family you meet, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply For This Job
To apply, please email your CV, cover letter and a recent photograph to entertainment@hertfordshirezoo.com
This vacancy will close once we have received sufficient applications, so please apply as soon as possible if you would like to be considered.
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