Head Spa Therapist - full time

Head Spa Therapist

Tokyo Headspa – Surry Hills, St Leonards and Bondi Junction locations

$76,500 - $85,000 full time annual salary (dependent on experience)

Guaranteed hours: Full time guaranteed hours each week.

Opportunities for career advancement into management or specialised roles as we continue to grow our network in 2026.

This is your opportunity to step into a calm, elegant salon environment that cares about the art of authentic Japanese head spa therapy — a deeply relaxing and restorative wellness experience now taking Australia by storm.

About Tokyo Headspa

Tokyo Headspa is a fast-growing, premium wellness brand offering a unique experience that blends scalp care, hair treatment, massage, and deep relaxation. With six locations currently across NSW, QLD and VIC, our purpose-built spaces are designed to transport guests into a state of calm from the moment they walk in — and we extend that same level of care to our team.

About the Role

As a Head Spa Therapist, you'll deliver relaxing treatments including scalp massage, shampooing, hair-drying and consultations to help clients reduce stress and improve scalp and hair health.

JOB ROLE SPECIFICS

Rate of Pay:

• $76,500 - $85,000 (depending on experience) full time annual salary
• Tips and monthly rebook incentives.

Hours:

• Full-time only with guaranteed hours.
• We are open 8am - 10pm, 7 days a week and offer morning and evening shifts. (please note most positions require a mix of morning and evening shifts)

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Perform consistent, high-quality head spa treatments in strict adherence to the Tokyo Headspa methodology.
• Ensure a customer consultation form is completed, read and discussed before any treatment commences.
• Customise treatments based on each client’s scalp, hair condition, and relaxation needs.
• Provide warm and professional client interactions throughout the experience.
• Clearly communicate treatment steps, product benefits, and aftercare.
• Offer all customers the opportunity to purchase products used during the treatment.
• Support studio maintenance, including treatment room setup, hygiene, equipment care, and laundry.
• Massage the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles to assist healing.
• Utilise remedial, relaxation and Japanese shiatsu techniques to release tension
• Administer treatments to promote relaxation, improve circulation and relieve muscle tension.
• Employ other techniques, such as acupressure or Shiatsu, and complementary aids, essential oils and herbal and mineral therapies, to assist recovery.
• Assess the client's physical condition and case history and advise on stretching exercises and relaxation techniques.
• Perform relaxation massage and administer body treatments for relaxation and health.
• Provide advice on hair care and hair products.
• Shampoo hair and condition scalp.
• Clean work areas and sanitise instruments.
• Arrange appointments and collect payments.

Skills and experience required:

• Completed training program in head spa therapy of at least 100 hours.
• Certificate 4 in Hairdressing.
• In salon experience of at least 2 years in delivering head spa treatments to customers.
• A genuine interest in hair and scalp health, relaxation therapies, and holistic wellness.
• Professional grooming and presentation, with strong communication and customer service skills.
• The physical capacity for 6–8-hour shifts.
• A willingness to learn and embrace Japanese wellness culture.

We Offer You:

• Access to ongoing training and the chance to develop a highly sought-after skill set.
• A positive, inclusive, and supportive team culture.
• Work in a tranquil salon space.
• Opportunities for career advancement as we grow: Team Leader, Trainer, Site Manager and Area Manager roles will become available as we expand to sites across Australia within the next five years.
• True work/life balance with flexibility in days/hours & job security with guaranteed hours each week.
• Easily accessible by public transport.

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Apply Now

If you're ready to join a fresh, forward-thinking brand in wellness and beauty, we’d love to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining why you’re interested in joining Tokyo Headspa.

Please note: only candidates with Australian work rights will be considered, please no overseas applicants. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.