Careers at Heckfield place

Nestled behind a secret door on the edge of our Walled Gardens, The Bothy by Wildsmith, our space of wellbeing, it sits looking out over our secluded corner of Hampshire countryside, hugged by the ancient choreography of trees planted by our former Head Gardener and namesake of The Bothy’s skincare and wellbeing concept, William Walker Wildsmith.

A close connection to our surroundings and a deep respect for the natural world threads through its Wildsmith therapies – from treatments guided by the universal principles of circadian rhythm.

With the beginning of this new chapter underway, we’re looking for a passionate Head Practitioner to join our team and help to continue shape our Bothy journey.

The Head Practitioner is responsible for delivering all assigned treatments while leading and supporting the Practitioner team in the smooth daily operation of the treatment area.

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following requirements:

•  Formal accreditation with diplomas/certificates from tertiary institution, reputable Spa Institutions of at least NVQ Level 3
• Similar previous position experience for at least 2 years, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Previous therapist/treatment training experience for at least 18months
• Have a caring, calm, and compassionate nature and supporting team player
• Represent a healthy balanced lifestyle
• Proficiency in performing a wide range of Spa treatment services
•  Strong knowledge of treatment protocols and brand standard
• Ability to conduct stock take and manage stock ordering efficiently
• Ability to operate Spa Software or quick capability to learn.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent time management & organizational skills
• Work closely with Lead of Therapy to deliver beast therapy outcome  and planning.

Benefits:

·       Tronc (Allocation for 2025 was £7,800+ per annum / per person based on full time hours after completed probation)

·       Increased holiday allowance

·       Vitality healthcare cover

·       Employee assistance programme

·       Life assurance scheme (from day one, covering up to 2x your annual salary)

·       50% F&B discount when dining in our restaurants

·       Company sick pay

·       Enhanced maternity pay

·       Enhanced paternity pay

·       Recruit a Friend bonus (£1000)

·       Monthly employee recognition scheme

·       Annual employee parties

·       Free staff meals

·       50% discount on Wildsmith Skin products

·       Heckfield Plus - online discounts

·       New Baby gift

·       Christmas gift

At Heckfield we pride ourselves on providing training, development and a chance to progress within the company.  If you would like to work in a collaborative and creative environment, please apply now!