Have you always dreamed of being Santa’s helper?

Indoor ski slope Chill Factore, in Trafford Park, is working closely with the man himself to recruit 17 new helpers.

They will assist him in successfully running his grotto at the venue this Christmas, which welcomes more than 20,000 visitors each year.

Morwenna Angove, CEO of Chill Factore, said: “Santa’s helpers play a crucial role in the festive season. Without them, Christmas simply wouldn’t happen and we’re delighted that we can help the big jolly fellow with this year’s recruitment drive. It’s the busiest period of the year for him so he’ll need all hands-on deck!

“From previous Christmases at Chill Factore, we know the Santa’s Helper role is the most admired. Without their invaluable skills at the Grotto, Santa would be unable to prepare all the necessary festivities required in time to welcome the thousands of visitors we are expecting during this peak season."

Guest services supervisor, Edie Marsh, began her career at Chill Factore as one of Santa’s helpers in October 2015, and was responsible for the smooth running of the Grotto and ensuring all of Santa’s presents were wrapped on time.

Edie has now progressed to a full-time job at Chill Factore as guest services supervisor.

She said: “My role as Santa’s helper was an amazing experience and I learnt a lot about performance, the snowsports industry and Christmas. It's perfect for anyone who wants to try something new.”

“Having the chance to work as Santa’s helper in such a fast-paced environment at a busy time of year was very rewarding and I knew after my experience, Chill Factore was a company and a place that I wanted to work in after the Christmas period was over.

“I went on to work in guest services post-Christmas, and after working with the team for a further year and gaining invaluable experience, I decided to further my journey more and applied for the guest services supervisor role. I haven’t long been in the role but I’m finding it challenging yet rewarding and can’t wait to continue my journey at Chill Factore.

The 17 Santa’s helpers roles are part of a wider recruitment drive for seasonal workers during peak season at Chill Factore, with more than 100 vacancies available.

To apply, visit chillfactore.com/jobs/current-vacancies.