The Ranger Apprentice position offers a valuable opportunity for a person to gain hands-on experience, training and professional development in a dynamic conservation and visitor services environment.
The National Trust for Scotland cares for Culzean Castle & Country Park. Formerly the home of the Marquess of Ailsa and the Kennedy family and with a history dating back to the sixteenth century, Culzean Castle and its landscaped grounds was acquired by the Trust in 1945 and is generally considered one of the flagship Trust properties. The Country Park extending to about 260 hectares, is visited by around 300,000 visitors each year, who come to enjoy the wildlife and scenery, of which the gardens, woodland and coastline are an integral part.
The Ranger team plays a vital role in delivering the National Trust for Scotland’s mission by contributing to nature conservation, visitor experience, outdoor learning and community engagement. Working alongside experienced colleagues, the apprentice will develop the skills required to engage with visitors, care for our livestock and monitor, maintain & conserve our habitats and the designed landscape across the estate.
Further details here: Job Description
To Apply: Interested applicants should forward their Curriculum Vitae (CV) or an Application Form to the People Services Department (Applications) via the link below by 5pm on Tuesday 4th August 2026.
Please ensure your CV includes a cover letter & your full name and contact details, the CV file sent to us should
be titled with your first initial and surname. When submitting your CV please state the position and job location
of the vacancy you are applying for in the subject title or body of your email: For example, “Ranger Apprentice –
Culzean”
Interviews are expected to be held the week commencing the 17th August at Culzean Castle & Country Park,
Maybole, KA19 8LE.
The interview process may involve a short practical skills test, and shortlisted candidates will
be expected to make a short verbal presentation.
Please note – Apprenticeships will begin in Late-August/September 2026, subject to successful interview and
selection.
All candidates will need to meet Skills Development Scotland’s funding criteria to be eligible for this
Modern Apprenticeship.
Please mention Jobs With Animals when applying for this role.