Job Description

Join our team as an Spectre Guide at Oxford Castle & Prison

By twilight, and with theatrical flair,

Spectre Ghost Walking Tour haunts the dreaming spires of Oxford by night. This theatrical experience combines comedy, history, and spine-tingling storytelling with special effects and a dash of the unexpected.

As a

Spectre Guide

, you'll lead curious guests through Oxford's cobbled streets and shadowy corners, unearthing tales of the morbid and mysterious stories of the city's most infamous characters--scholars, murderers, and martyrs. All delivered in costume, and with a wicked sense of humour.

Using a mix of dramatic storytelling, historical knowledge, magic tricks and comic timing, you will host and perform the tour with your own creative flair. We are looking for people who love to be centre stage--bags of personality are a must. This is a unique opportunity to join a character-led team and bring ghostly tales to life while delivering an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.

We're looking for spirited team members with:

A passion for storytelling, theatre, or history A confident stage presence and a flair for performance Strong communication and improvisation skills The ability to command and entertain a crowd outdoors A professional and responsible mindset to guest care and safeguarding A team-playing attitude

In return, we offer:

A unique platform to develop and showcase your performance skills A supportive, fun, and theatrical team environment Cashback on medical costs An additional day off for your birthday Shopping discounts and more...

Contract:

4 hours a week

Hours:

Evening shifts only. Saturday or Friday Nights are mandatory.

Salary:

12.60 per hour

Location:

Oxford City Centre

Need a little push from beyond the veil? In our most recent team survey, 94% of our ghastly gang said they were proud to work as part of the team experience.

Download the full from our website.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 4 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Store discount
Schedule:

Every weekend Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Oxford OX1 1AY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/07/2025
Reference ID: Spectre Guide OCP
Expected start date: 14/07/2025