Visitor Experience Host - Storyteller & Playmaker - We are looking for someone who loves stories, enjoys working with children and families, and understands that a little imagination can turn an ordinary visit into something unforgettable. You might be a performer, storyteller, early years practitioner, creative facilitator or simply someone with a natural gift for engaging people and bringing ideas to life. Experience of delivering & planning high-quality creative writing & arts workshops with and for young people. For full Job description please visit https://grimmandco.co.uk/jobs/ Please see the Jobs page on our website - https://grimmandco.co.uk/jobs/Job Summary
Job Description
You do not need to be a professional actor or an accomplished storyteller. You do need warmth, enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to play.
This role is Part time - 1 day per week - 8 hours, usually Saturdays. The role is Fixed Term for 6 months. £13.48 per hour.Job Requirements
Warmth, friendliness & enthusiasm, with a demonstrable ability to form positive & professional working relationships with participants, parents & carers, & other team members.
A playful, imaginative approach & a willingness to participate in storytelling & role-play.
A commitment to excellent customer service & creating positive visitor experiences.
Ability to thrive in a changing environment, & to work effectively on own initiative.
Good timekeeping, including timely & clear responses to emails, & the ability to take responsibility for yourself & others (including tidying away & ensuring all data has been inputted accordingly).
A demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity & inclusion, & an ability to embed this practice into the heart of your work. Making our workshops welcoming & safe to a diverse range of young people.
Knowledge of relevant processes & procedures.Job Responsibilities
Deliver, resource & support the planning for varied, inclusive, innovative & engaging programmes across the Visitor Experience of the charity. These activities will support young people to develop their own literacy skills & build their confidence, self-esteem & support them to make meaning of the world around them. Use stories, characters, props, puppets, games, movement, music & creative prompts to spark curiosity & encourage participation.
Help visitors feel comfortable, included & confident about exploring the Emporium, explaining activities & answering questions clearly.
Deliver friendly, responsive customer service while maintaining the distinctive character & atmosphere of Grimm & Co. Provide a warm, genuine & enthusiastic welcome to every visitor.
Effectively facilitate our existing tried-&-tested schemes of works, such as potion making, wand decorating, fairy door decorating & lots more.Useful Links
How to Apply
Closing Date 07.11.2026 4.30pm