Trainee Spa Therapist

Job Description

The newly refurbished luxury 5* Spa at Kimpton Blythswood Square are looking people interested in a career within the Spa industry to join our exclusive qualification-based training programme…The Spa at Kimpton Blythswood Square is a Scottish escape for guests and visitors alike, we provide a multi-sensory experience with focus on relaxation and self-care. Our recent refurbishment has improved on our sustainable offering by introducing new elementssuch as our brand-new Snow Bliss shower and improving upon our current offerings such as our well-loved Pool and Sauna. We are looking for team members who can showcase what we offer, create sophisticated and transformative experiences whilst ensuring embracingsustainability and natural elements.At Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel, we have an incredible and unique opportunity for you to join us on a paid employment contract, whilst receiving internationally recognised CIBTAC training to become a fully qualified Spa Therapist alongside your work.This is a 12-week training program, with a guaranteed permanent employment contract within our recently renovated multi-sensory Spa during your studies and after successful completion of your training.In order to smash this role out the park, we are looking for someone who has…

• No previous Spa experience required! We are looking for someone who is passionate in building a career and providing Kimpton standards of service
• An interest in therapy, healing, beauty, holistic treatments, facials, client journeys and providing excellent service
• A passion for joining the Spa and Leisure industry – excited by the opportunity to become a fully-qualified Spa Therapist!
• Basic Maths, English and ICT skills is essential – you will be using Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft applications (such as Word) to support your learning
• Commitment – you will be willing to commit to a period of employment with us, after completing your qualification

What we offer in return…

• £10.90 per hour whilst in training period, to increase up to £13.00 per hour after completion!
• A guaranteed employment contract, both whilst studying to receive our internationally recognised qualifications and after completion of your 12-week study period
• Opportunity to gain your CIBTAC Level 2 facial qualification and CIBTAC Level 3 qualification (upon passing assessments)
• Paid holidays, generous maternity/paternity pay and enhanced sick pay! Plus subsidised child care support, helping support you and your family.
• Travel support when commuting during unsocial hours (Taxis subsidised for late-finishes where no public transport is available)
• Worldwide employee and friends & family hotel room rates allowing you explore destinations across the world (IHG Hotels and Resorts have over 6,000 Hotels and growing)
• 50% off on F&B when staying over in IHG properties on Employee Rate
• Discounts off your supermarket shop, other shopping and experiences through our portal!
• Employee assistance programme 24/7 and employee healthcare plan with access to on site Mental Healthcare first aiders
• Opportunities for career progression and to transfer around the world
• 2 paid volunteering days per year, giving you the room to make a difference to your local community and get involved with social issues you really care about
• Most importantly, we’ll give you room to grow and develop you as an individual through our extensive training, development, and additional learning opportunities!

Please note, this programme does not require any experience within the Spa and Leisure industry – it is a fully-funded qualification-based programme which will allow you to study alongside working in our incredible Kimpton hotel…If you feel you are the right candidate for this exclusive training and employment offering – don’t hesitate to apply today! We envision this role to be extremely popular.You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK.At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employmentopportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individuals, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or anyother characteristic protected by law.Dont quite meet every single requirement, but still believe youd be a great fit for the job Well never know unless you hit the Apply button. Start your journey with us today and lets #GoFurtherTogether.. At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part ofthe journey Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants crafts unique destinations that kindle heartfelt human connections. Our bespoke spaces blend spirit, style and delight to create an addictive culture of refined irreverence where locals, visitors & colleagues seamlesslyconnect. Let’s Go Further Together.