Festive Retail Assistant
Location: Eamont Bridge, Cumbria
Rate: GBP
Employment Type: Full Time
Posted by: Center Parcs
Posted Date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026
About the Role
Whinfell Forest £12.87 per hour
Deliver excellent service in the forest
We're looking for Festive Retail Assistants to help bring the magic of Christmas to life for our guests. If you enjoy working in a busy retail environment and love the festive season, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing
- Provide a warm welcome to all guests and spread festive cheer
- Operate a till, replenish stock and maintain a clean working environment
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 7th January 2027
- Part-time contracts, shifts fall between 8:30am and 8:30pm
- You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 48 or 64 hours over a 4-week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
- This role includes early mornings, evenings and weekends
About you
- Naturally cheerful
- Good communication skills
- Ability to perform under pressure
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.
Working here
Check your route before applying - Whinfell Forest (CA10 2DW), isn't easily reached by public transport: Plan Your Journey
Important dates and notes
- Closing date: 10th September 2026
- Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
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Our commitment
At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome. We recognize 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.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
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Festive Retail Assistant employer: Center Parcs
Center Parcs is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and festive work environment at Sherwood Forest, where team members can enjoy the spirit of the season while developing their skills. With flexible part-time hours, generous employee benefits including free day passes, and a strong focus on teamwork and personal growth, this role provides a unique opportunity to create memorable experiences for guests during the holiday period.
