Lightwater Valley seeks 'Child Chief Executive Officer' - with special prizes on offer to winning young candidate

The chosen candidate will be chosen in June in advance of the summer holiday season.

Engaging with Rex, the Valleysaurus at the park (pictured), will be part of the selection process.

Anne Ackord, who heads up the Brighton Pier Group which owns the park and who is the current CEO, said: “We’ve worked hard to create a value day out that fits well with families with children of all ages and we’re delighted with the response of visitors to date.

"The under 12s are our mainstay as well as chief fans of all things ‘dinosaur’ and we’re after that insight into what makes children tick, what they expect and what they want.

"We’re looking for a creative mind, bold ideas and an ability to demonstrate how much enjoyment they can really achieve in a day.

"Excellent communication with an 80 million year old dinosaur is an advantage but not essential.

"As an incentive to the successful candidate, we’re offering a free family pass for a year and all we want in return is a day on site of the new CCEO’s time.

"It’s a win win for all.”

A spokesperson said: “The new CCEO won’t be expected to have any previous experience of the adventure park, but an enjoyment of the thrill of a ride combined with an inquisitive mind that also enjoys spending time in nature, will be high on the list of advantages.”

Application forms are available on the Lightwater Valley website or candidates can write to Rex Valleysaurus, Lightwater Valley, North Stainley, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 3HT, with a few lines on what makes them perfect for the role. Drawings and creative work are welcomed.

In addition to the annual pass, worth £79, as our CCEO for the day, the prize will also include a complimentary day at Lightwater Valley for their family, including lunch and a Dino gift to take home.

The deadline for applications is June 4.