Located between Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth on England’s beautiful Suffolk coast, Pleasurewood Hills isn’t just a family favourite theme park — it’s also a fantastic place to work. Each year the park recruits a team of passionate, fun-loving individuals to help create magical moments for guests as part of their seasonal workforce.
Whether you’re looking for a first job, a summer role, or a stepping-stone into the attractions industry, Pleasurewood Hills could be your next great adventure.
What It’s Like to Work There
The Pleasurewood Hills team is affectionately known as the Memory Makers — staff who help guests enjoy thrilling rides, delicious food, lively entertainment and family moments that last a lifetime. It’s a lively, social and rewarding place to work, with opportunities to meet people and build valuable experience in customer service, operations and guest engagement.
Indeed employee review ratings show generally positive feedback around overall enjoyment and purpose, though aspects like pay and management receive mixed reviews — a reminder to go in with clear expectations and focus on the experience and skills you’ll gain.
Roles Available for 2026
For the 2026 season, Pleasurewood Hills is recruiting across a range of positions for its seasonal team.
Core Seasonal Roles
- Ride Operators & Ride Attendants – be the friendly face who keeps guests safe and smiling on the rides.
- Food & Beverage Assistants – serve tasty treats and drinks across the park’s catering outlets.
- Admissions & Retail Assistants – greet visitors and support ticketing and retail operations.
- Entertainments Team – bring fun and energy to events, meet-and-greets and character appearances.
- Park Presentation Assistants – help keep the park clean, welcoming and well-presented.
- First Aid Responders & Security Personnel – ensure a safe environment for guests and staff (certain roles may require qualifications like SIA security certification or First Aid at Work).
Specialist & Internship Opportunities
Pleasurewood Hills also offers specialised seasonal positions for people with a passion for animal care and education:
Bird & Sea Lion Trainer/Presenter
This role combines animal husbandry, training and public presentation, focusing on bird species and California sea lions. It’s ideal for skilled animal care professionals with excellent communication abilities.
Bird & Sea Lion Trainer Internship
An 8-month voluntary internship is available for students or early-career enthusiasts keen to gain hands-on experience in wildlife training, behaviour, enrichment and public engagement. A small expenses-based stipend is offered.
Employee Benefits
Working at Pleasurewood Hills comes with perks designed to make the season more fun and rewarding:
- Free park entry for you all season
- Monthly free friend and family tickets
- 25% staff discount on food, drink and retail
- Discounts with partner shops and restaurants
- Ongoing training and development
- Social staff activities and recognition rewards
How to Apply
- Most seasonal positions are open to applicants aged 16+, but roles like ride operators and security require applicants to be 18+ with relevant certifications.
- The application deadline is 1st February 2026 — so don’t wait!
- Group interview sessions are held on specific dates in early February (check the official page for details).
- Specialist roles like the trainer/presenter require a CV and cover letter sent to reception@pleasurewoodhills.com.
A job at Pleasurewood Hills is more than just seasonal work — it’s a chance to build skills in hospitality, guest services, safety and entertainment in a vibrant, fun-filled setting. Whether you’re aiming for a summer role or specialised animal-care experience, the park offers a wide range of opportunities for people who love people, fun and teamwork.
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