Animation Host

Position:
Animation Host Type:
Full Time/Seasonal, fortnightly-paid, PAYE contract Pay Rates: £12.71 per hour (prior to accommodation, tax and national insurance deductions) Start dates vary depending on role - The contract ends 2nd January 2027.

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as an Animation Host! Are you passionate about entertainment and eager to build your skills in a fun, fast-paced environment? We are looking for enthusiastic Animation Hosts to join our Entertainment Team. Whether it be performing in Haven's industry-leading theatrical productions or bringing-to-life innovative events and experiences. Haven provides a professional collaborative platform for individuals to excel within the industry, so if you're passionate about performing and ready to showcase your talent, we'd love to hear from you!

• Supporting in the delivery of daytime & evening events.
• Performing as an Actor within Haven's interactive adventure show; 'Dinosaur Explorers'.
• Performing as a costume animator/actor within Haven's 'Seaside Squad' events.
• Performing as an actor/puppeteer within Haven's 'Avenue Q-style' puppet show.
• Light entertainment duties including tech, meet & greets and guest interaction.
• * All roles may also be required to deliver photoshoots & PR exercises.
• Additionally, All roles be required to support in the delivery of Owner/charity events.

• Whilst we will provide the training and support required to ensure you are great at what you do
  - Candidates should have a keen interest in entertainments and a passion to develop their skills within the industry.
• Confidence and the ability to engage with guests of all ages is essential.
• Basic dancing, presenting and animation skills are desirable.
• Our cast members are required to work 6 days per week
  - Hours will include evenings and weekends. Working hours are approximately 39 hours per week.
• * Successful candidates will be required to provide 'right to work' documents to confirm they are 18+ and can legally work in the UK.
• Additionally, successful candidates will be required to undergo, and satisfactorily complete, an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.

• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

We're committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

Welcome, and thank you for your interest in joining Haven! We're always looking to hire the most talented people we can, and we're excited that you're exploring opportunities with us. Take a moment to browse our current open positions- when you find roles that align with your interests and experience, feel free to apply. You'll be able to track your progress throughout the selection process and receive alerts about new opportunities that might be a great fit.

Thanks again for considering a future with our team. We're glad you're here!

At Haven, we believe a career should be more than just a job - it should be something you love. As the UK's leading holiday operator, we're proud to offer exciting job opportunities. With over 9,000 amazing team members, 39 stunning seaside locations, and a vibrant support centre in Hemel Hempstead, we're all about creating unforgettable experiences - not just for our guests and holiday homeowners, but for our team too.

From the coasts of Scotland to the shores of Cornwall, Norfolk to Wales, our parks are set in some of the UK's most breathing spots, where memories are made every single day. We're passionate about what we do and have a lot of fun doing it - all thanks to our welcoming Breath of Fresh Air culture. If you're thinking about joining us, we couldn't be more excited to welcome you.

Here's to the start of something special at Haven!