Senior Therapist

Ardencote; Lye Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Spa Day on work annivers

Complimentary use of leisure and spa

Employee Assistance Program

30% discount on overnight stays andSpa

Discounts on food, drink and retail

Pension scheme

Free Parking

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Induction and training programme

Perkbox Online benefits and discounts

Online Doctor support

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat is seeking a Senior Therapist to lead by example on the spa floor, delivering outstanding treatments while guiding a growing therapy team.

Join a luxury resort environment where guest care, high hygiene standards and proactive product recommendations are valued; this hands-on role also offers leadership development and opportunities to mentor junior therapists.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent professional treatment skills.
• Must have genuine passion for spa, wellness and guest care.
• Must be confident in recommending products and treatments.
• Must have excellent communication and people skills.
• Must maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation.
• Must stay calm and organized in a busy spa.
• Must be flexible to work shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional treatments and personalised guest experiences.
• Supporting and guiding therapists during busy shifts.
• Training onboard and developing new and junior team members.
• Maintaining high standards of treatment, presentation and guest care.
• Confidently recommending products, treatments and upgrades.
• Encouraging guest rebooking and building strong guest relationships.
• Supporting the smooth flow of appointments, rooms and treatments.
• Maintaining immaculate treatment rooms and spa areas.
• Supporting retail initiatives, promotions and spa events.
• Acting as a key point of contact on shift when required.

Skills

Professional skills

Spa and guest care

Product recommendations

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Hygiene standards

Calm under pressure

Shift flexibility

Job description

Senior Therapist

Ardencote Manor | Hiddenwell Luxury Wellness Retreat

Salary: £33,000 per annum

Full Time | Permanent

Estimate Start Date: 30 November 2026

Are you an experienced Spa Therapist ready to take the next step in your career?

We're looking for a Senior Therapist to join our team at Ardencote. This is a hands-on role combining exceptional treatment delivery with the opportunity to support, guide and inspire our wider therapyteam

If you're passionate about creating memorable guest experiences, love working in a luxury spa environment and enjoy helping others develop, we'd love to hear from you

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Therapist, you'll be a role model on the spa floor, delivering outstanding treatments while helping the Therapy & Retail Management team keep each day running smoothly

• Delivering exceptional treatments and personalised guest experiences
• Supporting and guiding therapists during busy shifts
• Helping to train, onboard and develop new and junior team members
• Maintaining our high standards of treatment, presentation and guest care
• Confidently recommending products, treatments and upgrades
• Encouraging guest rebooking and building strong guest relationships
• Supporting the smooth flow of appointments, rooms and treatments
• Helping maintain immaculate treatment rooms and spa areas
• Supporting retail initiatives, promotions and spa events
• Acting as a key point of contact on shift when required

What We're Looking For

You'll be an experienced and confident therapist who takes pride in delivering excellent service and naturally supports those around you

• Must have excellent professional treatment skills
• Must have a genuine passion for spa, wellness and guest care
• Must have the confidence in recommending products and treatments
• Must have excellent communication and people skills
• Must have a positive, professional and supportive approach
• Must have high standards of hygiene, presentation and attention to detail
• Must have the ability to stay calm and organised in a busy spa environment
• Must be flexible to work shifts and weekends

Further Information

• Full-time: Working 40 hours per week
• Working 5 out of 7 days a week
• Shift Pattern: As required
• Full flexibility is key as you will be expected to work as and when necessary to meet the needs of the team and the business
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and throughout their employment. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position, either now or in the future

Why Join Ardencote?

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your spa career while remaining hands-on with treatments and guests

You'll join a supportive team within a luxury resort environment, with the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, share your expertise and play an important part in delivering the exceptional experience our guests expect

What We Offer

• Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas
• Complimentary use of leisure and spa facilities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Excellent Induction and training programme
• Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
• On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
• A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

If you're passionate about spa and wellness, love creating memorable guest experiences and are ready to develop your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you