Overview
Set amidst the rolling hills of the Shropshire countryside, Hawkstone Hall & Gardens is a magnificent Grade I-listed estate, celebrated for its timeless grandeur, exquisite gardens, and award-winning hospitality, from elegant hotel stays and distinguished conferences to truly unforgettable weddings.
As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Spa Therapist to join our esteemed wellness team.
In this role, you will deliver a curated menu of luxurious treatments within our newly unveiled spa and relaxation suites, nestled in the serene Garden Wing. Using the prestigious Aromatherapy Associates product line, you will help create a calming sanctuary for our guests, offering an elevated spa experience that reflects the refined standards of Hawkstone Hall.
- On-site accommodation is available if required
Qualifications & Experience Required
- NVQ Level 3 in Beauty Therapy and Nail Technology qualification or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as a Beauty/Spa Therapist
- Experience working in a 5-star spa or similar wellness environment
- Diverse experience as a Beauty Therapist, bringing a well-rounded skill set
- Aromatherapy Associates product trained would be an advantage, but is not essential, as training will be provided
Your Role at Hawkstone Hall and Requirements
- A wide range of holistic, spa and beauty treatments delivered to a first-class standard
- Expert advice on products, providing personalised recommendations for aftercare
- Maintaining a clean, tranquil, and relaxing environment, whilst ensuring all tools and equipment are properly stored and sanitised
- Value and care towards the wellbeing of each individual client, and providing a bespoke customer service by effectively and safely communicating and addressing any questions or concerns
- Assisting with front desk duties as needed, including scheduling appointments and managing guest services
Requirement
- Availability to work on weekends and bank holidays when required. Evening shifts occur on a rotating basis, not every week
Package on Offer
- Salary – From £14 per hour
- Plus, tips and Gratuity
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- Access to our state-of-the-art gym
- Uniform provided
- 20% discount across the DHG Group
- The opportunity to work within exceptionally delightful surroundings
- On-site accommodation is available if required
APPLY NOW | Take the next step in your career!
Submit your application with your up-to-date CV. Your CV profile will be sent directly to Hawkstone Hall & Gardens, who will contact you directly if they would like to take you to the next stage.
Right to Work in the UK | Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position, so candidates must provide evidence of their right to work in the UK.
About Hawkstone Hall & Gardens
Every house has its own story to tell…
As we look forward to a bright and shiny future, let’s take a moment to travel back in time and peek into the memory vaults of Hawkstone Hall & Gardens to find out where it all began.
In 1492 at the court of Hill in Burford, England, Rowland Hill is born. As he grows, he earns his fortune in textiles and becomes a very wealthy man. In 1549 he is appointed Lord Mayor of London and is a good friend of Henry 8th. A few years later in 1556Rowland Hill purchases the Manor of Hawkstone Hall. He was a wise, caring and hospitable man, as a result, many people sought his advice and friendship.
The Estate now becomes the ancestral seat of the Hill family for more than 300 years. During this time, Hawkstone becomes the showpiece place to visit in England. The Hall’s dramatic terrain and a legion of curiosities draw in hordes of visitors from near and far.
But alas, the succession ended when the 3rd viscount Rowland Clegg Hill passed away. In 1895, the fortune his ancestors built had gone and he died a bankrupt man. After an auction selling the entire contents to appease the creditors, the house subsequently lay silent and empty for 11 years.
In 1906, Mr George Whiteley MP, who later became Lord Marchamley, purchased the house, leaving it as he found it 9 years later.
In 1915, Mr Creswell Grey became the 3rd owner and offered Hawkstone Hall to the government as a convalescence home for injured officers. As the roaring 20s approached, the young, beautiful, wealthy, and privileged of the land enjoyed many decadent parties.
In 1926, amidst all the revelry, the Hall sits refined in its elegant and tranquil setting. Not long after, Hawkstone attracts the attention of a group of Roman Catholic redemptorist Fathers, who then purchased it in 1926 for the purpose of higher studies. Many dignitaries and several popes visit.
In 1973, the Redemptorists relocate and the Hall becomes a pastoral and renewal centre for all faiths.
It’s 2017, Hawkstone is for sale, and has many admirers, but it has captured the hearts of the Distinctly hospitable group. Two years on, a new era is dawning for this magnificent house and its gardens, and the rare ancient trees are rustling in anticipation of what’s to come.
The pillows are plumped, the chandeliers are sparkling, the staff are poised to serve you, resplendent in their uniforms with cocktail shakers
at the ready.
We cordially invite you to celebrate, sing, dance, eat, drink, rest, retreat and enjoy all that Hawkstone Hall and gardens has to offer.