Steward

Your role of Steward at Inchcolm Abbey with Historic Environment Scotland will be a part year permanent position up until the end of October 2025. The likely start date for this role is April 2025, though there may be some days for training before April, which will be confirmed in due course.

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 Inchcolm Abbey during the season.

Come and work at this charming island in the middle of the River Forth, arriving at your work everyday by boat. Your role will include assisting with landing of passenger boats on the piers at Inchcolm, working inside and out and maintaining the presentation of the Abbey and visitor areas. You will be working within a team of 6 people led by a Monument Manager, this site sits within the Central East District and there may be opportunities to work at other sites within Fife such as Dunfermline Abbey, Aberdour Castle or St Andrews Castle & Cathedral.

The Augustinian canons settled at Inchcolm in the early 1100s, to enjoy the island’s peace and isolation. But Inchcolm’s Firth of Forth location also made it a target and raids were common during the wars in the 14th & 15th Century. The Reformation would bring monastic life to an end after 1560, but not for the wildlife who make Inchcolm their home. So what stories can you tell about Monastic Life, do you know where is the best place to view puffins, also can you advise the best way to get to the tunnel during gull breeding season?

Benefits of working with HES

- A generous holiday allowance of 25 days holidays + 11.5 public holidays per year (pro-rata for employees)
- A Civil Service pension which means you will receive an employer contribution of 27% of your annual salary
- Free entry to Historic Environment Scotland sites (with up to three guests) and all English Heritage, Manx and Cadw properties
- Discounts on 100’s of online retailers
- Interest free loans for bicycles and annual travel passes

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