
Funfair Ride Operator
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Direct ATS application. Include measurable achievements and core keywords from the job description.
Initial recruiter screening → Hiring Manager interview → Role-specific practical assessment.
Compensation benchmarked against current UK market rates (GBP).
UK Right-to-Work verified for direct application.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
Do you like nothing more than making people’s day great and seeing the enjoyment in their faces? Want to be a part of holiday memories that last a lifetime?
<br>Then we have the perfect role for you! We are looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing group of team members who are willing to offer a memorable and enjoyable experience to our guests throughout our four fairground areas.
<br>As a leisure attendant for Butlins you will alternate working across our main fairground, our little stars fairground, our brand-new soft play area and our popular Go-Kart track. With lots of variety, no two days will ever be the same!
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Do you…
<br>Have a positive, problem-solving attitude?
<br>Have an eye and ear for detail?
<br>Want to be a part of a successful team?
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Purpose of the role
<br>Greeting and interacting with guests to make them feel welcome.
<br>Operating rides and supervising play areas with a sense of theatre, whilst checking heights to ensure the safety of our guests.
<br>Being able to put yourself into our guest’s shoes in order to exceed their expectations and understand their perspectives in difficult situations.
<br>Working within a team to consistently deliver day-to-day operations to a pristine standard.
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What are we looking for?
<br>A natural ability to engage and relate with a range of people of all ages and backgrounds.
<br>Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
<br>The ability to work within a team, as well as the competency to work alone.
<br>Flexibility, reliability, punctuality and patience.
<br>Someone who looks for ways to exceed guest expectations and is always, without exception, willing to go the extra mile for our guests.
<br>Initiative and flexible problem-solving skills.
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<b>The benefits of working with us:</b><br>
Subsidised OFSTED Nursery facilities available on resort
<br>Accommodation available in many of our resorts if you don’t live locally
<br>20% off food in our restaurants and take away.
<br>Subsidised food and drinks in our team diners.
<br>Regular team incentives with great rewards.
<br>Opportunity to earn up bonuses when you refer friends to join our great team
<br>Holidays Discounts of 20% for all of your family & friends in Haven, Butlins & Warner Hotels
<br>Use of Pool and many other Leisure facilities.
<br>Funded qualification development opportunities from Level 2 to Masters Degrees forpermanent team members.
<br>Access to the Employee Assistance Programme including support for your wellbeing and free access to advice and expertise on financial and legal matters etc
<br>Fantastic discounts when making purchases from most major retailers and hundreds of discounts on everyday purchases
<br>Team Member of the Month Awards
<br>Instant Recognition schemes with great rewards through our busiest times
<br>Long Service awards for permanent team members
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