Head Therapist

Swinton Estate; Masham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury country estate in England is seeking a Head Therapist to lead its therapist department and elevate the guest experience. The ideal candidate has senior supervisory experience in a spa setting and is committed to delivering exceptional service while managing operations and team development. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to work within a prestigious spa environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Access to Country Club and Spa facilities

50% discount on food and beverage

50% discount on spa days

Hotel stays for friends and family

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior therapist or supervisory role.
• Passionate about delivering unforgettable spa experiences.
• Organized and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Maximise treatment room occupancy and treatment yield.
• Create effective therapist rotas to optimise payroll against sales.
• Oversee stock control, ordering, deliveries and storage.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Commercial awareness

Calmness under pressure

Job description

Head Therapist

Full time - 40 hours per week, working 5 days over 7

Salary of £27,400 per annum, plus monthly TRONC

We are seeking an inspiring leader with a passion for wellness, exceptional service, and team development to join our Country Club & Spa team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and confident professional to lead our therapist department, elevate the guest experience, and support the spa in achieving outstanding commercial and service results.

Who we are

Swinton Estate is situated in the Yorkshire Dales and is one of the largest privately owned estates in England. Constantly developing we boast Swinton Park, a luxury traditional castle hotel with 42 bedrooms, three holiday cottages and award winning Samuel’s Restaurant; a luxurious country club and spa including the contemporary Terrace Restaurant; Swinton Bivouac, a glamping site with tree lodges, yurts and café, and last but by no means least the Swinton cookery school.

As Head Therapist, you will play a key role in ensuring our Country Club & Spa delivers exceptional treatments, maintains impeccable standards, and exceeds its revenue targets. You will manage day to day therapist operations, coach and develop your team, and drive quality across all touchpoints of the guest journey.

Key responsibilities

• Maximise treatment room occupancy and treatment yield
• Create effective therapist rotas to optimise payroll against sales
• Oversee stock control, ordering, deliveries and storage
• Review and refresh the treatment menu in line with brand standards
• Handle guest service recovery professionally across all communication channels

We are looking for a confident, professional, and organised Head Therapist who

• Is passionate about delivering unforgettable spa experiences
• Has proven experience in a senior therapist or supervisory role
• Is a natural leader who enjoys coaching and developing others
• Is commercially aware and comfortable working towards financial targets
• Maintains calmness, professionalism and positivity under pressure

Package description

At Swinton Estate we take pride in recognising and rewarding the dedication of our team members. Alongside competitive pay and monthly TRONC, our team enjoys an exceptional range of benefits designed to enrich both work and life.

With 30 days’ annual leave - pro rata for part time (including bank holidays) and access to the NEST pension scheme for eligible team members, we’re committed to supporting your wellbeing, security, and professional growth.

From exclusive access to our award-winning facilities and exciting employee events, to wellbeing initiatives and bespoke learning opportunities, every detail reflects our dedication to excellence.

Working with us means becoming part of a team that values quality, care, and genuine hospitality in everything we do.

A few of the exclusive privileges our team enjoy include:

• Access to the Country Club and Spa facilities
• 50% discount on food and beverage (including Cookery School and Chefs Table by Josh Barnes) for you and up to 5 guests
• 50% discount on spa days for you and up to 3 guests
• Swinton Park Hotel and Swinton Bivouac stays for yourself, friends and family
• And many more!