Volunteering Opportunity: VO101983

• Tearoom Assistant
  with Kellie Castle, National Trust for Scotland.

  Created/last updated: 17/12/2025

  
  

  About this opportunity:	Tearoom Assistants play a valuable role in welcoming visitors from all over the world to Kellie Castle & Garden and ensuring they make the most of their visit  •  The tearoom serves hot and cold drinks, as well as warm soups, cakes, and scones, providing a cosy and relaxing space to reflect and refresh at Kellie Castle  •  This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for experience in a hospitality setting, customer-facing roles, or just wanting to brush up on their barista skills  •  You also play an important part in promoting the National Trust for Scotland, an independent charity that speaks up for Scotland's heritage, cares for historic properties, and protects our natural landscapes and the wildlife that call them home  •
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	16
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	Generally, you will be working with a small team of other volunteers and staff. The Trust will provide an induction and training about the property and your role, daily duties within the tearoom, as well as information about the National Trust for Scotland and its values. You'll be supported by the Volunteer Manager and shadow team members while you build your confidence in the role. The Trust will help you to keep learning while you volunteer, with free access to all the courses in its online e-learning system
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - The NTS reimburses travel expenses & fuel costs (45p per mile). These can be easily claimed back through the online system.
  Experience required:	No experience is required as full training can be provided. Just a friendly, warm demeanour, a willingness to learn and an interest in interacting with visitors from all backgrounds & cultures to provide a safe & welcoming environment, as well as an enthusiasm for the work and values of the National Trust for Scotland.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	People under 16 are welcome to volunteer with the NTS but need parental consent and not all roles will be suitable as supervision will be required. Please email directly to discuss options if this applies to you
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.