Boat Steward - Inchmahome Priory
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £257,700 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | Kippen, Stirling |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Historic Scotland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 256 |
Summary
Your role of Boat Steward will be a part year permanent position from last two weeks of March until 31 October annually. The likely start date for this role is 16 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 Inchmahome Priory during the season.
This role differs to most other HES stewarding roles, as it involves boat operations, appealing to candidates who enjoy the outdoors, as well as undertaking practical tasks such as operating a generator and water pump to ensure the island utilities remain working. The attraction supports the tourism sector in the Trossachs and is on many visitors’ ‘Must see’ list. Historically Inchmahome experienced visits from King Robert the Bruce and saw Mary Queen of Scots find safety and sanctuary as a child.
The priory is located on an island in Scotland’s only Lake, and you will be responsible for transporting visitors to and from there. In addition to the boat trip, visitors to the site are attracted by its Natural heritage (three Spanish chestnuts on the island are listed among Scotland’s top 100 trees) and birdlife (Ospreys can often be seen flying over or feeding at the Lake).
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 Inchmahome Priory during the season.
This role differs to most other HES stewarding roles, as it involves boat operations, appealing to candidates who enjoy the outdoors, as well as undertaking practical tasks such as operating a generator and water pump to ensure the island utilities remain working. The attraction supports the tourism sector in the Trossachs and is on many visitors’ ‘Must see’ list. Historically Inchmahome experienced visits from King Robert the Bruce and saw Mary Queen of Scots find safety and sanctuary as a child.
The priory is located on an island in Scotland’s only Lake, and you will be responsible for transporting visitors to and from there. In addition to the boat trip, visitors to the site are attracted by its Natural heritage (three Spanish chestnuts on the island are listed among Scotland’s top 100 trees) and birdlife (Ospreys can often be seen flying over or feeding at the Lake).