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Join Our Team at Drum Castle

Be part of something special. Help us preserve and share one of Scotland's oldest tower houses, weaving together seven centuries of history from its medieval keep and Jacobean mansion to a library of 4,000 books, set among ancient oak woodland and a historic walled rose garden.

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Drum Castle with a flag flying above its medieval tower

Drum Castle, Aberdeenshire

Drumoak, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5EY

Multiple Positions

Full-time & Part-time

Why Drum Castle

Work at a Medieval Castle

Drum Castle blends a medieval keep, a Jacobean mansion and Victorian additions across 700 years of history, surrounded by an ancient oak forest and a historic walled rose garden. Join our team and help bring this remarkable place to life for thousands of visitors each year.

Historic Estate

Help care for one of Scotland's oldest castles, featuring a soaring medieval tower, an atmospheric Jacobean grand hall and a magnificent library of 4,000 books.

Beautiful Gardens

Oversee a walled garden laid out in quadrants that trace rose cultivation from the 17th to the 20th century, framed by an ancient oak forest with trees dating from the 1700s and home to red kites, roe deer and red squirrels.

Dedicated Team

Lead and inspire a passionate team of staff and volunteers who share your commitment to conservation and visitor experience.

Available Positions

  • Management & Leadership

    General Manager, House & Collections Manager, Gardens Manager, Visitor Experience Manager

  • Visitor Services

    Visitor Welcome Assistant, Retail Assistant, Catering Assistant, Events Coordinator

  • Conservation & Gardens

    Conservation Officer, Gardener, Housekeeper, Maintenance Technician

  • Support Functions

    Finance & Administration, HR Coordinator, IT Support, Marketing & Communications

Why Work With Us

Meaningful Work

Help preserve and share a nationally important heritage site with visitors from around the world.

Staff Benefits

Free entry to National Trust properties, pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and staff discounts.

Beautiful Location

Work in one of Aberdeenshire's most stunning settings, surrounded by an ancient castle, a historic walled rose garden and centuries-old oak woodland.

Career Development

Access to training programmes, mentoring opportunities, and career progression within the National Trust.

Inclusive Culture

Join a welcoming team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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