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Seasonal Steward MacLellans Castle

Organisation: Historic Environment Scotland

Salary: £25,770 per year, pro rata (proportionate to hours worked and length of contract)

Location: MacLellan's Castle, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, DG6 4JD

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.

Application Deadline: Monday 12/01/2026