Seasonal Museum Attendant

Job Description

Seasonal Museum Attendant (10/0099) (Fixed Term)

Stranraer

£10,543.75 - £10,723.75

 

 

We are looking to recruit a seasonal attendant to work at the Castle of St John 19 May – 31 October 2026. This Fixed Term post is 15 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours.

 

This is a fun and challenging role on a popular local landmark building.

 

Working front of house we need reliable, trustworthy and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing a high standard of customer service. This will involve greeting customers, facilitating tours, answering telephones, providing customer information, operating the gift shop, basic record keeping and maintaining building security and cleanliness and participating in the Castle’s living history events. Excellent communication and customer care skills are essential as is working with members of the public.

 

Educated to Standard Grade Level or equivalent and some local knowledge of the area would be an advantage.

 

This post is subject to candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

Requirements

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.  Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

 

To apply please log onto myjobscotland.gov.uk

 

 

For further information please contact: anne.ramsbottom@dumgal.gov.uk.