The UK Spa Association has officially launched a new jobs board created to tackle recruitment challenges across the spa and beauty sector. Whether you're an employer seeking great talent or a professional searching for your next role, this platform makes it easier than ever to connect.Covering everything from Therapist and Spa Manager roles to opportunities with industry suppliers, the jobs board focuses solely on spa and beauty careers, giving our industry its own dedicated space to thrive. Even better, UK Spa Association members can post their vacancies completely FREE! 🚀This is set to be a real game changer for individuals looking to build or progress their spa career, and for our members looking to reduce recruitment advertising costs.Let’s continue building a community where new opportunities are just one click away.Learn more or get in touch:📧 manager@spa-uk.org#Spajobs #UKSpaAssociation #careeropportunities #beautyindustry #jobboard #spa #podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Christine Clinton, a globally respected wellness educator and the founder of Clinton Cancer Care. With more than 35 years of experience in health and wellness, Christine has shaped how spas and therapists worldwide support clients living with cancer.Christine shares the personal and professional milestones that led her from her early days studying health and exercise in Dublin to becoming a pioneer in inclusive cancer care within spas. Her groundbreaking cancer‑care training programme has empowered therapists across the globe to provide safe, compassionate, and knowledgeable treatments to those living with cancer or a history of cancer.We explore what sets her approach apart, the misconceptions that still exist around touch therapies and cancer, and how standardised education is transforming fear into confidence across the spa and wellness industry.As Chair of the Global Wellness Institute’s Wellness for Children Initiative, Christine also offers her insights on the growing mental health challenges facing children today.

In the world of wellness and beauty, the journey of a spa therapist can be both rewarding and transformative. In a recent podcast episode, Rachel Bevan, a board member of the UK Spa Association, interviewed Lottie, a 17-year-old spa apprentice at Carden Park Spa, who shared her experiences and insights from her apprenticeship journey. The podcast delves into Lottie's experiences, offering valuable lessons for anyone considering a career in the spa industry.

Lottie's story serves as an inspiring example of how an apprenticeship can pave the way for a successful career in the spa industry. Her experiences highlight the importance of hands-on training, building relationships, and nurturing self-confidence. For anyone interested in pursuing a career in spa and wellness, Lottie's journey is a reminder that following your passion and seeking practical experience can lead to fulfilling opportunities.

In this heartfelt episode of In the SpaLight With, Rachel sits down with Mark Flannery, CEO of Look Good Feel Better UK, the charity dedicated to supporting people living with cancer through confidence‑boosting workshops and wellbeing experiences.

Mark shares the inspiring story behind the charity’s work, from nationwide workshops to the transformational impact of helping people feel more like themselves again during treatment. We explore how every corner of our industry can play a meaningful role: volunteering time and expertise, fundraising, hosting events, donating products, or simply spreading awareness.

This episode is a call to action for everyone in the spa and wellbeing world:
Join us. Give back. Help people feel better when they need it most.

Tune in to discover how you can get involved and support this powerful partnership.