Club Mascot in Leicester

Job Title: Club Mascot
Department: Marketing and Communications
Reports To: Matchday Experience Executive
Location: Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium
Employment Type: Casual / Zero Hour

Job Purpose

The Club Mascot is responsible for bringing the Leicester Tigers’ personality, identity and values to life by entertaining, engaging and inspiring supporters, players and the wider community. The role plays an important part in creating an exciting matchday atmosphere, enhancing the supporter experience and promoting the club's brand at matches, community activities, promotional appearances and special events.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform as Leicester Tigers’ official mascot at all men’s and women’s home matches, and away fixtures (only where required), community events and promotional activities.
• Entertain supporters of all ages through energetic, engaging and interactive performances.
• Interact positively with fans, particularly children and families, creating memorable experiences.
• Participate in pre-match, half-time and post-match entertainment and activities on matchdays.
• Attend club appearances, school visits, charity events, commercial activations and community programmes.
• Pose for photographs, participate in videos and create engaging content for the club's social media channels.
• Represent Leicester Tigers professionally, demonstrating its values, identity and positive image at all times.
• Work collaboratively with players, coaches, staff, volunteers, sponsors and event teams.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, particularly when performing in costume and interacting with the public.
• Maintain character and enthusiasm throughout appearances while ensuring interactions remain appropriate and inclusive.

Skills and Experience

• Outgoing, enthusiastic and confident personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to entertain and engage audiences of different ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a busy, sometimes noisy and high-energy sporting environment.
• Creative, adaptable and able to improvise and interact with supporters.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Previous experience in performing arts, dance, entertainment, sport, events or working with children is desirable but not essential.

Personal Qualities

• Positive, friendly and approachable.
• Team-oriented and flexible.
• Patient and enthusiastic when interacting with supporters.
• Committed to delivering an excellent fan experience.
• Able to maintain character and professionalism at all times.

Additional Requirements

• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and matchdays
• Must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom
• Ability to wear the mascot costume for extended periods, subject to appropriate breaks.
• Compliance with club safeguarding, health and safety and event management policies.
• Where the role involves working with children or vulnerable groups, compliance with the club's relevant safeguarding and background-check requirements.

The successful candidate will be a key ambassador for the club, helping to create unforgettable memories, build connections with supporters and bring the club's identity to life.