Seasonal

Your role of Seasonal Steward will be a fixed term position up until 30 September 2026. The likely start date for this role is in April 2026.

Are you looking for a seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Craigmillar Castle during the season.

You will be part of a highly motivated team looking after Craigmillar Castle. Your role will be team based, but you will also need to complete individual tasks, with the post involving both indoor and outdoor work.

Your role of Steward at Historic Environment Scotland will be a full time, part year permanent position up until end of Oct 2026. The start date for this role is March 2026.

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get a unique view into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Threave Castle and its surrounding wetland nature reserve during the season.

Come and work at this island fastness in the middle of the River Dee, arriving at your work everyday by boat. Your role will include operating a small boat, assisting with landing of passenger boats on the piers at Threave, working inside and out & maintaining the presentation of the Castle and Visitor Areas. You will be working within a growing team led by a Monument Manager. This site sits within the Dumfries and Galloway District and there may be opportunities to work at other sites within the area such as Dundrennan Abbey, Cardoness Castle and more.

An imposing stronghold built for the Earl’s of Douglas circa 1369, the castle is surrounded on all sides by the river, boasts an early example of an artillery wall, is home to nesting peregrines, jackdaws and owls and sits amidst an expanding wetland nature reserve – home to ospreys, otters, kingfisher and wildfowl.

Your role of Steward at Historic Environment Scotland will be a part time, part year permanent position up until end of Oct 2026. The start date for this role is March 2026.

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get a unique view into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Threave Castle and its surrounding wetland nature reserve during the season.

Come and work at this island fastness in the middle of the River Dee, arriving at your work everyday by boat. Your role will include operating a small boat, assisting with landing of passenger boats on the piers at Threave, working inside and out & maintaining the presentation of the Castle and Visitor Areas. You will be working within a growing team led by a Monument Manager. This site sits within the Dumfries and Galloway District and there may be opportunities to work at other sites within the area such as Dundrennan Abbey, Cardoness Castle and more.

An imposing stronghold built for the Earl’s of Douglas circa 1369, the castle is surrounded on all sides by the river, boasts an early example of an artillery wall, is home to nesting peregrines, jackdaws and owls and sits amidst an expanding wetland nature reserve – home to ospreys, otters, kingfisher and wildfowl.

Your role of steward will be a part-year permanent position, meaning you’ll work from April to end of September each year. The likely start date for this role is in April 2026, with some training and induction sessions taking place in March 2026.

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry whilst helping to bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to MacLellan’s Castle during the season.

Come and work at this impressive former tower house in the centre of Kirkcudbright, a vibrant coastal town that attracts visitors from all over the world. As work progresses to restore access to much of this site, you’ll be there to share this exciting new chapter in MacLellans history alongside stories of its past with both our local and international visitors.

MacLellan’s Castle was named after its original owner, Sir Thomas MacLellan of Bombie, Provost of Kirkcudbright. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway District, a stunning area of Scotland home to abbeys, castles, standing stones and iron age forts (to name just a few) throughout the landscape.

Your role of Steward at Historic Environment Scotland will be a part year permanent position. This means you will have contracted 14 hours per week, likely over 2 days, from April until September each year. The likely start date for this role is in April 2026, with some training and induction sessions likely taking place in March 2026.

Are you looking for a seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get a unique view into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry whilst helping to bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Dundrennan Abbey during the season.

• Be part of a team that loves and cares for Dundrennan Abbey
• Dundrennan Abbey is a picturesque ruin of particular architectural and regional importance. Nestled in a beautiful landscape, it appeals to both nature and history lovers.
• The peaceful region of Dumfries and Galloway has many other heritage attractions, and you may also get the opportunity to work at some of these other sites.
• Share your passion for history and ensure our visitors enjoy a warm and welcoming experience.

Your role of steward will be a part year permanent position up until 30th September. The likely start date for this role is mid March 2026.

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Tantallon Castle during the season.

Tantallon Castle is a dramatic cliff-top fortress, with a significant history, varied wildlife and extensive views. As a steward, you are key to enhancing the visitor experience by engaging with visitors about all aspects of the site.

Your role of steward will be a Part Year Permanent position up until 30th September 2026. The likely start date for this role is mid March 2026.

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Dirleton Castle during the season.

Dirleton Castle is one of Scotland’s oldest surviving strongholds. As well as exploring the significant history, visitors are invited to enjoy the beautiful gardens and herbaceous borders. As a steward, you are key to enhancing that experience by engaging with visitors about all aspects of the site.

Your role of steward will be a fixed term position up until 30th September 2026. The likely start date for this role is in March 2026.

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Cairnpapple during the season.

Cairnpapple Hill is one of the best known prehistoric sites on mainland Scotland. As well as exploring the significant history, visitors are invited to take in the stunning views across the Forth Valley and beyond. As a steward, you are key to enhancing that experience by engaging with visitors about all aspects of the site.

Your role of Seasonal Steward/Groundskeeper will be a fixed term position up until 30 September 2026. The likely start date for this role is in April 2026.

Are you looking for a seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll have a fantastic opportunity to help shape our biodiversity strategy through your existing knowledge of landscape management, bringing practical skills and your initiative to enhance ecological benefits.

You will be part of the team looking after Dryburgh Abbey and join the existing staff in welcoming and interacting with visitors.

Due to its rural setting Dryburgh Abbey has arguably the most important biodiversity role among the HES sites in the region. In combination with the monument itself and its important historical aspects, the arboretum and wildflower areas create a unique visitor experience.

Your role of Seasonal Steward will be a part year permanent position up until 30 September 2026. The likely start date for this role is in April 2026. We currently have two positions available. One covering Thursday to Saturday and the other Friday to Sunday. Please indicate in your covering letter which you are interested in or if you have a preference.

Are you looking for a seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an insight into Scotland’s rich history and gain valuable experience in the tourism industry and help bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world.

Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Melrose Abbey during the season.
You will be part of a highly motivated team looking after Melrose Abbey. Your role will be team based, but you will also need to complete individual tasks, with the post involving both indoor and outdoor work.

Melrose Abbey is a key landmark in the Scottish Borders. Founded in 1136 as a Cistercian monastery, it is a prime example of Gothic architecture and is particularly renowned for its elaborate stone carvings. It is also the resting place for Robert the Bruce’s heart.

Your role of Seasonal Steward will be a part year permanent position up until 30 September 2026. The likely start date for this role will be April 2026.

Are you looking for a seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll gain valuable experience in the tourism industry as you help to bring Scotland’s dramatic history to life for our visitors from across the world. Explore the fascinating stories from Scotland’s past and share your passion with international and local visitors who come to Jedburgh Abbey during the season.

You will be part of the team looking after Jedburgh Abbey and join the existing staff in welcoming and interacting with visitors.

One of the four great Abbeys established in the Scottish Borders in the 1100s, Jedburgh Abbey is famous for its beautiful romanesque/gothic architecture.