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Debbie Harvey

Churchdown,United Kingdom

Summary

Highly adaptable and personable individual with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop. Committed to delivering the best customer service throughout career in hospitality which can be transferred effectively in different environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
8021
8021
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Spa Therapist

The Lakes By Yoo
Lechlade, Gloucestershire
05.2025 - 07.2025


  • Creating memorable client experiences by delivering a warm welcome, exceptional treatment and outstanding post-treatment care.

Senior Spa Therapist

The Greenway
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
08.2022 - 07.2025
  • Performing an extensive variety of treatments within a busy spa environment, developing a regular client base.
  • Supporting the team by carrying out training and mentoring with apprentices and new team members.
  • Managerial activities such as monthly stock take and ordering.
  • Spa reception support by greeting clientele in a professional manner balanced with friendly, knowledgeable assistance as they settle into their spa experience.

Head Therapist

The Calcot Collection
Gloucestershire
01.2016 - 08.2022
  • Involved with the set up of the treatment rooms at The Painswick after the hotel was renovated.
  • Management of the treatment rooms; including administration activities for the department such as monthly figures and stock take.
  • Building a relationship with local clients and promotion of treatments.
  • Kept client records regularly updated with detailed information of previous treatments and any contra-indications.
  • Competency in the hotel operation I.T system.
  • Flexibility in the role was key and moved between properties throughout the Calcot Collection spas ascertaining a very high level of treatment and customer care.
  • Won Employee of the Year at The Painswick for the year 2017!
  • In April 2018 left The Painswick to go on maternity leave and upon return in 2019-2022 transferred to Calcot Spa and Barnsley Spa.

Premier Beauty Therapist

Champneys Forest Mere
Liphook, Hampshire
06.2008 - 11.2015
  • Promoted to Premier Beauty Therapist after 2 years of working within the company..
  • Dealing with premier guests, providing the highest level of client care and treatment quality within a busy spa environment, training and supporting therapists, stock take, client scheduling, therapist and room checks.
  • Achieving monthly retail targets successfully.

Intern

Spa Resources International
Dubai
10.2006 - 04.2007
  • Work experience as part of Spa Management Degree.
  • Spent time with marketing department for 3 months; responsibilities including report writing, statement of accounts, collateral publications.
  • Experience with departments including recruitment, operations, training & distribution and spa design.

Camp Counsellor

Club getaway
Kent, Connecticut, USA
06.2006 - 09.2006
  • Supervising groups of children aged 5 – 16.
  • Ensuring the safety and entertainment of the children when guiding them through activities.

Receptionist

Stroud Auctions
Stroud, Gloucestershire
05.2004 - 06.2005
  • Receptionist during auction day, multi tasking was key in this busy environment.

Education

BSc Honours - International Spa Management

University of Derby Buxton
Buxton, Devonshire

VTCT NVQ II - Beauty therapy

Cirencester College
Cirencester

A level - Biology, Psychology, Business Studies

Cirencester College
Cirencester

AS level - Art and Design

Cirencester College
Cirencester

GCSE - English, Mathematics, Science (double)

Maidenhill School
Stonehouse, Gloucestershire
04.2001 - 07.2001

Skills

  • Flexible
  • Personable and outgoing
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willing to learn and develop
  • Hard working
  • Good attention to detail

Interests

I take a keen interest in fitness and health, alongside yoga and aerobics I run regularly training for half marathon charity runs. My favourite activities after work include cooking, walking, gardening, reading and art. I am incredibly passionate about travelling and experiencing other cultures after my experiences around Africa, Asia, Middle East, USA and Europe. My husband and I have a converted campervan and enjoy more UK holidays now with our 7 year old daughter..

Timeline

Spa Therapist

The Lakes By Yoo
05.2025 - 07.2025

Senior Spa Therapist

The Greenway
08.2022 - 07.2025

Head Therapist

The Calcot Collection
01.2016 - 08.2022

Premier Beauty Therapist

Champneys Forest Mere
06.2008 - 11.2015

Intern

Spa Resources International
10.2006 - 04.2007

Camp Counsellor

Club getaway
06.2006 - 09.2006

Receptionist

Stroud Auctions
05.2004 - 06.2005

GCSE - English, Mathematics, Science (double)

Maidenhill School
04.2001 - 07.2001

BSc Honours - International Spa Management

University of Derby Buxton

VTCT NVQ II - Beauty therapy

Cirencester College

A level - Biology, Psychology, Business Studies

Cirencester College

AS level - Art and Design

Cirencester College
Debbie Harvey