Jobs

We are currently recruiting for the roles of Seasonal Castle Guide with Historic Environment Scotland. These will seasonal positions up until the end of September or October 2025 depending on start date. The likely start date for this role is in March or May 2025. There are multiple roles available.

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 Edinburgh Castle during the season.

Our castle guides are the connection between the monument’s history, the visitor and the monuments future. We educate and provide information to enhance the visitors experience, helping them to make the most of their visit to the castle.

Having dominated the Edinburgh skyline for over 3,000 years, Edinburgh Castle is steeped in history having served as a royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, and it’s the historical past of the site that makes it an interesting and exciting place to work.
Even today the castle still serves as a home for the Scottish Crown Jewels.
Edinburgh Castle still has a strong military connection, with the Headquarters for the Edinburgh Garrison housed in the New Barracks, because of this connection various military parades and gun salutes take place on selected dates within the castle calendar, assisted by castle staff, this can make each day different.

Application Deadline: Wednesday 15/01/2025