The role
What a children's party entertainer actually does, day to day.
The work is planning and running party activities, putting on a show, leading games and keeping a room full of excited children happy, safe and included. Confidence, energy and quick thinking matter, since you have to read the room, handle the shy and the over-excited, and keep going even when things don't go to plan.
Most entertainers are self-employed, working weekends and school holidays, with income that depends on bookings and the season. You will travel to venues and homes, carry your own kit and costumes, and may have quiet spells, so it often starts as a side job before becoming full-time.
No formal qualifications are required, and most people learn through practice, watching others and building an act. You will need your own equipment, public liability insurance, and an enhanced DBS check is standard and often expected by parents and venues since you work with children.
Day to day
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