Description
Lush Spa is seeking internal applicants to train and qualify in body massage with a view to a career as a hybrid Lush Spa therapist.
The hybrid role allows the therapist to work within the spa and display their knowledge for the spa project while driving sales and business from the shop floor, spa reception, or elsewhere within the Spa Store.
This advertisement is for a place on the VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Swedish Body Massage qualification course only. On completion of the course, you will be required to undertake a hybrid role within the spa store.
Course Outline and Requirements
This is a unique opportunity to earn an internationally recognised Level 3 qualification in Swedish Body Massage, governed by the external body VTCT.
As this is a special path, we are looking for candidates who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from their time with Lush, along with a deep understanding and true passion for our Spa treatments and concepts.
On successful completion of the VTCT course, you will receive detailed feedback on your performance during the training. This feedback will help determine your next steps toward becoming a Lush Spa Therapist.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete self-study topics, including:
+ Health and Safety Unit + Client Care and Communication Unit + How to provide a Swedish Body Massage Unit
- Theory elements will be taught and completed online/virtually and teacher-led:
+ Anatomy and Physiology + 10 Body systems
- Practical elements will be taught onsite in the Lush Spa Training Centre in Poole:
+ Massage movements and practically providing a body massage + Health and safety + Full body massage routine accompanied to music + Practical assessments & exams
Upcoming Training Schedule
- Self-Led theory training will commence on: Monday 7th September
- Teacher Led theory training will commence on: Monday 5th October, Monday - Friday: 9am - 2pm for 3 weeks
- Practical training will commence on: Monday 26th October 2026, Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm for 3 weeks
- Compulsory Lush Spa Training: 16th November 2026, Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm for 3/4 weeks depending on the needs of the spa
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Be fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
- At least 3 months' experience working within Lush
- No previous qualifications in massage are required, however, a keen interest in Anatomy & Physiology is a bonus
- Be available for 9 weeks' training
- Embody Lush's five-star standards, customer service & ethics
- Be organised, resourceful, and adaptable
- Basic understanding of IT equipment and the ability to submit work online
- Proactive with self-development and learning
- Proven record of punctuality and reliability
- Previous shop-floor or spa roles are a bonus
Extra Information
- Hours:
+ Theory training is 22.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday + Practical training will require you to work 37.5+ hours per week, Monday - Friday
- Accommodation:
+ Accommodation is provided by Lush when training in Poole
- Travel:
+ Travel to and from Poole will be organised and funded by Lush
- Relocation:
+ Relocation packages will be discussed once you have been offered a spa contract
Benefits
- This course is fully funded by Lush to develop and progress loyal and hardworking staff members by training them to become a fully qualified Spa Therapist
- You are paid for your Guided Learning Hours in training
- Full, in-depth 5* training from a team awarded excellence in their field
- If successful, candidates will be awarded a full qualification in Swedish body massage
- As internationally recognised, qualified massage therapists, candidates can progress with learning Lush Spa Treatments
- With this new career, therapists will learn a variety of new skills, be given opportunities for CPD and learn about and showcase innovative products with our clients
- All massage therapists will be given Alexander Technique lessons as part of their training to aid the correct use of their body whilst working
- Learners will be immersed in inspiration, have the opportunity to meet the Spa Team, Directors and R&D specialists during training
- Once qualified, therapists will be entitled to complimentary treatments