We'd love to hear from you if you’re: helpful and friendly a people person, with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude enthusiastic, and willing to learn a team player, who can also work on your own initiative flexible and adaptable Father Christmas - Christmas HelperWorking in a varied role you'll help set up, ready for our Christmas lights event and children's trails. You'll be in costume on agreed dates throughout the festive period and then help take down and put away all the Christmas equipment. You'll report to the Welcome Manager and also at times work under the direction of the Head Gardener. You'll work in a varied team of staff and volunteers from across the Welcome and gardening teams.Click here for more information about this locationYou’ll be working in costume in a traditional Christmas grotto, greeting families and children and handing out gifts as part of our staff and volunteer team. You’ll be giving everyone the warmest of welcomes, so every single person can experience the magic of Christmas and have a festive visit to remember.You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. *Internal Applicants only*Our colleagues work for the National Trust in many locations and sometimes don't have easy access to internal vacancy listings. Using the internet ensures we can reach as many of our colleagues as possible. We appreciate that this can be frustrating for external talent. Do note that some roles are released externally after an initial period of time.Closing Date: 21st September 2025 Interview Date: 29th September 2025To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 166166IRC166166Stoke on TrentFixed Term p/t (until 31/01/26)Ends: Sep 22nd 168 mi from SouthseaINTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLYAt Biddulph Grange we welcome many families during the festive period to enjoy a much-loved and traditional Christmas experience. We’re looking for someone to take on the character of Father Christmas – Christmas Helper, and to support the grotto team in bringing the magic alive. Because this role means working with vulnerable groups, including children, so any job offer will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.Biddulph Grange, Grange Road, Stoke on Trent, ST8 7SDCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK12.75 per hour