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Steward - Doune Castle

Organisation: Historic Environment Scotland

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

Location: Doune Castle

Your role of Steward at Historic Environment Scotland’s Doune Castle will be one of 2 Permanent all year positions:

1 full time (an average of 7 h x 5 days, or 35hrs/week); and

1 a part time, 5 day lunch cover post, 3h 15m a day (totalling16h 15m a week)
Apr-Sep and 3h a day (15hr a week) Oct-Mar.

See ‘Overview of the role and more about my team’ for further information on working hours/patterns).

Are you looking for a flexible seasonal job that is both fun and unique? You’ll get an exceptional 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 Doune Castle during the season.

This role is based at Central Mid District’s flagship site; therefore, the successful candidate will make a meaningful contribution to Scotland’s tourism industry and local economy by encouraging visits beyond the typical tourism destinations to the rural areas.

Application Deadline: Monday 12/01/2026