Job Title: Children’s Entertainer/ Performer
Location: Enfield Town
Job Type: Part-time
Hours: 8–20 hours per week.

Pay:

• £30.00 per hour during performances
• £12.40 per hour outside of performances (e.g.,prep, or store duties)

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Overview
We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and experienced Children’s Entertainer to join our team and deliver fun, educational, and engaging activities for children aged 0–6. This role is ideal for someone with a background in performance, early years entertainment, or children’s education, who enjoys creating magical, memorable experiences through singing, storytelling, role-play, and interactive fun.
The successful candidate will create and deliver a weekly schedule of themed performances and activities. Strong performance skills (acting, singing, or character work) are highly desirable, and experience as a princess performer, storytime leader, or face painter is a definite plus.
When not performing, the entertainer will have the opportunity to work within other areas of the business , including front of house as a door assistant, greeting and assisting guests, or supporting our café and craft room by preparing food, drinks, and materials.
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Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a weekly programme of engaging activities and themed performances for children aged 0–6.
• Perform as various characters (e.g., princesses or storybook characters) with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Lead storytime sessions, sing-alongs, games, and imaginative play activities.
• Maintain a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Tailor performances and activities to suit the developmental needs of the age group.
• Set up and tidy up performance/activity areas before and after each session.
• Assist guests at the front of house, including welcoming visitors and providing information.
• Support café and craft room operations, such as preparing and serving food/drinks or setting up craft materials.
• Communicate regularly with staff to ensure a safe, smooth, and high-quality experience for all participants.

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Desirable Skills & Experience

• Proven experience working with young children in an entertainment, educational, or childcare setting.
• Strong acting and/or singing ability.
• Experience in any of the following: character performance, face painting, storytime entertainment, or children’s theatre.
• Creativity in planning and delivering age-appropriate content.
• Excellent customer service skills for interacting with families in a front-of-house setting.
• Ability to engage children with energy and confidence.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

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Key Requirements

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to 3–5 performances per week plus additional duties.
• DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) required.
• Flexibility to work weekends or mornings/afternoons depending on scheduling.
• Enthusiasm for working with children and contributing to a welcoming, creative environment.

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Why Join SPVR?
At SPVR, we’re building a magical, welcoming space where children can play, create, and grow. You’ll have the opportunity to perform, engage, and entertain, while also helping behind the scenes to make our venue a warm, inviting place for families. If you love variety in your work and thrive in creative, lively environments, this role offers the best of both worlds.
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To Apply:
Please send your CV, a short cover note, and (if available) any performance clips or portfolio examples
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.22-£30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 24 per week
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Children’s Entertaine

• Design and deliver a weekly programme of engaging activities and themed performances for children aged 0–6.
• Perform as various characters (e.g., princesses or storybook characters) with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Lead storytime sessions, sing-alongs, games, and imaginative play activities.
• Maintain a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Tailor performances and activities to suit the developmental needs of the age group.
• Set up and tidy up performance/activity areas before and after each session.
• Assist guests at the front of house, including welcoming visitors and providing information.
• Support café and craft room operations, such as preparing and serving food/drinks or setting up craft materials.
• Communicate regularly with staff to ensure a safe, smooth, and high-quality experience for all participants