Spa Therapist
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a talented spa therapist to join our friendly team. You will be highly experienced with massage and facials and will take ownership of the spa journey of your guests. Training will be provided in Aveda rituals, products and techniques and you will deliver these services to a high standard in a sophisticated environment. You will provide exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for complying with all relevant health and safety practices. Waxing experience preferred but not essential.
Company description
Established in 2001, the Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa has become one of London's most prestigious salons, located in the heart of Covent Garden.
With over 60 hair and beauty experts, our philosophy of nurturing and developing creative talent has made the Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa into the place it is today. From the way the interior is designed to the services themselves, the Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa continues to be the go-to salon for exceptional hair and beauty treatments, which take their environmental impact into consideration.
The Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa is the perfect place to experience what Aveda is all about – an extension of the brand values we pride ourselves on, such as caring for the world we live in and using the power of plants to create high-performance products and services.
Why work with us?
Be part of a close and supportive team. We are a diverse group of people from all over the world drawn together by a passion for hair and beauty. Be part of Aveda, a prestigious brand and world leader in environmental responsibility. Plenty of opportunities for professional growth.
Our ideal candidate is:
Self-motivated. A great communicator. A team player. Enthusiastic. Experienced with at least 2 years massage and facial experience. Passionate about the guest experience. Able to carry out specific treatments in a sophisticated environment. Enthusiastic about Aveda. Able to meet or exceed retail benchmarks.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Spa Therapist roles across Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa, Covent Garden's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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