Looking to kick-start a career as a Door Supervisor? Taking the next step in your career can be overwhelming, especially when further training is involved.
The Door Supervisor Training course is a compulsory requirement for individuals looking to get an SIA Licence.
By training as a door supervisor, you’ll gain instant access to job opportunities across the booming £6 billion private security industry, opening doors to hundreds of new roles.
⚠️ UPDATE: From the 1st of April, the SIA Door Supervisor course duration will be 6 days instead of 4 days. You will also require a First Aid qualification which can be added to your training plan when booking the course.
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Choose between a variety of exciting roles in retail security, door supervision, corporate security, and event security - work full-time or part-time
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Own your schedule! The SIA door supervisor course opens doors to greater job flexibility across roles.
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⚠️ WARNING: It is a legal requirement that you have SIA licence training and a valid SIA Licence before you start working in the private security industry in Manchester.
Manchester being a major city in the UK, has plenty of security jobs available ranging from Manned Guarding, Static Guarding, Patrolling, Key Holding, CCTV operator and Door Supervision. With a vibrant nightlife and plenty of pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants, demand for security jobs is rising. However, most SIA licence holders in Manchester do not work in the nighttime and cover other roles.
The SIA Licence is very versatile and will allow you to work in many different roles:
About the SIA Door Supervisor Training course in Manchester
The course runs over 6 consecutive days and is divided into 4 units and covers everything from the legal aspects of working in security to the latest physical intervention techniques. NEW SIA Course Update (April 2021) From April 1st this course will become a 6 day course instead of a 4 day course. In addition, you must have a first aid qualification before you can take the training. This should be an Emergency First Aid at work certificate or higher.
FREE Door Supervisor Course Sample Lesson
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Below is the first training video that Door Supervisors will experience on their journey to becoming qualified. For the first time ever, we are offering this unit 1 training for free.
"Wonderful experience being trained by Ben McCarty. He knows his job very well.
Give us the trainees opportunities to express ourselves, ask questions and
respond to them accordingly. But he is sometimes too fast with words that some
of us who are not English native speakers sometimes find it a little difficult
to follow along. But he’s a great trainer."
Sheffield, Door Supervisor Training — August 2025
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Calleb Dempster
Door Supervisor
Door Supervisor & First Aid course
Steve Blaker
Nov 03, 2025
“The whole course was well taught and delivered in a professional manner. My
instructor, James Gilles, was very knowledgeable over all subjects covered in
the door supervisor and the first aid course. any questions raised were answered
immediately and a full explanation given.
10/10 for the whole experience & the support from Get Licensed."
Bromley, Door Supervisor Training — August 2025
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Seona Deuchar
Door Supervisor
Sel0121Nov 16, 2023
Completed the DS Top up course with Get licensed and passed. Adame who trained
us was great, very professional and down to earth guy. Even though he’s had
various jobs and years of experience in security he just treats you like a
equal, no better than anyone attitude which is good. Professional training by
trainers who WANT you to pass not a back street company. Will be definitely back
again for further training. Thank you.
A door supervisor is licensed to work in venues that serve alcohol—like bars, nightclubs, and festivals—where managing entry, crowd control, and incidents is crucial. A security guard, on the other hand, cannot work in licensed venues and is typically based in offices, retail stores, or warehouses. Door supervisors receive extra training in physical intervention, making their role more specialised.
Most door supervisors earn between £12 and £23 per hour, depending on location, experience, and type of venue. Roles in high-risk environments or requiring extra qualifications (like close protection) can pay significantly more.
A Door Supervisor can work in licensed premises, such as nightclubs, bars, hotels, and event venues, as well as in retail stores, corporate buildings, festivals, and stadium security.
You don’t need to be an athlete, but good general fitness helps. You should be able to stay alert during long shifts, stay calm under pressure, and handle physical intervention safely if required. Endurance, awareness, and composure matter more than brute strength.
Once you complete your training and pass the exams, the SIA licence application typically takes 2 to 6 weeks to process.
The SIA licence application fee is £184. This does not include training cost.
The exam covers multiple-choice questions and practical scenarios, including conflict management and physical intervention. With proper course attendance and preparation, most people pass on their first try. Get Licensed also offers free exam retakes to support learners.
You can download the GuardPass app, create your profile, and apply for security jobs with top employers. GuardPass connects licensed security professionals with leading security companies in the UK.
Yes. While the term 'bouncer' is commonly used, a door supervisor is the legal, SIA-recognised term. Bouncers often refer to unlicensed security staff, whereas Door Supervisors are fully trained and licensed professionals.
No, being muscular is not a requirement for becoming a door supervisor. Security work is about awareness, communication, and conflict resolution rather than physical strength. Training in de-escalation, conflict resolution, and situational awareness is more valuable than sheer size.
Wondering what you will learn on the course? Watch expert trainer and SIA course intructor Anthony Milner talk you through the Health & Safety part of the SIA course.
The SIA Door Supervisor course runs over six days, divided into four units.
On the final day of the course, there will be four multiple-choice exams and a practical assessment of the physical intervention skills.
What will I learn on the SIA Door Supervisor Training course in Bolton?
Unit 1 - Working in the Private Security Industry
Chapter 1: The Characteristics and Purposes of the Private Security Industry
Chapter 2: Legislation Awareness
Chapter 3: Arrest Procedures
Chapter 4: Health and Safety
Chapter 5: Fire Awareness
Chapter 6: Emergencies
Chapter 7: Communication
Chapter 8: Record Keeping
Chapter 9: Terror threats and the role of the Security Operative
Chapter 10: Keeping vulnerable people safe
Chapter 11: Post incident management
Unit 2 - Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry
Chapter 1: Understanding Crimes Relevant to Door Supervision
Chapter 2: Searching
Chapter 3: Drug Awareness
Chapter 4: Preservation of Evidence
Chapter 5: Licensing Law Relevant to the Door Supervisor
Chapter 6: Queue management and venue capacity responsibilities relevant to a Door Supervisor.
Chapter 7: Equipment Relevant to a Door Supervisor
Unit 3 - Conflict Management within the Private Security Industry
Chapter 1: The principles of conflict management
Chapter 2: Recognising Risks In Conflict Situations
Chapter 3: Problem Solving Techniques
Chapter 4: Using Communication to help Resolve Conflict
Unit 4 - Physical Intervention Skills within the Private Security Industry
We understand that examinations can be daunting but don't worry. Everything you need to know for the examination is covered during the Door Supervisor course and your expert instructor will fully prepare you for success in the tests.
Getting To Your Training Venue In Bolton
By Train
You can book with Avanti North West, Northern & Stagecoach in Cumbria. If you depart at the Horwich Parkway stop, there is a 25 mins walk to the venue. A taxi will cost you between £9 - £10.
From the South, from Manchester, you can book with Northern Rail and leave the train at Horwich Parkway.
Travelling from the East is again a 2-stop journey with a change at Manchester Piccadilly. You can book via CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway.
The final destination on the train: Horwich Parkway, Bolton BL6 6RQ
If you fancy stretching your legs after your train ride, it is about a 30 min walk from the station to the venue. It’s a flat area making it an easy walk.
From the train stop
Go east, along Arena approach
Within minutes head right to the Horwich Parkway Access Path
Then take the stairs, left, to the Horwich Parkway Access Path
Continue along De Havilland Way
At the roundabout, take a sharp right onto Chorley Rd/A6
Then a right turn into Manchester Rd.
The venue will be on the right.
Taking a bus from the Horwich parkway train stop involves a 20 min walk to catch the 521 to Blackrod, where you will go one-stop before you get off and complete the journey by walking!
By Car The training venue is convenient for easy access from the M61, M62, M65, M60 and M6 motorways. The hotel has room for 300 cars, so no problems getting a space.
Walkability While situated in a lovely area, it has a low 26 walkability score being car-dependent for most errands. It is a 5min walk to the nearest bus stop. Horwich town centre is under 10 min drive away. The nearest shopping centre is Middlebrook retail and leisure centre, a 5-min drive away. Next door is the University of Bolton Stadium—previously the Macron Stadium renamed in 2018—the home of Bolton Wanderers.
Accommodation If you are planning to stay locally for convenience, you can select to book at the venue. It is a stylish 3-star hotel with a heated swimming pool and spa to relax after a day of studying. Depending on the date of your training course the price would be around £350. There are several Premier Inns in the area, the nearest being Premier Inn Bolton Stadium/Arena, 3 Arena Approach, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6LB. Telephone: 0333 777 3925
For more hotel accommodation options, you can check here.
Food & Drink The venue has a popular brasserie and dining room serving a set 3-course dinner for £30. For slightly more budget-friendly meals, you can head to Middlebrook. There you will find all the popular choices like Bella Italia, Nando’s, KFC, Pizzahut, Subway, TGI Fridays, Wagamama and many more takeaways, fast food and coffee shops. However, if you do not have the car with you, be prepared for a 30min walk both ways or a £10 taxi ride one-way. You can also find some of the local speciality restaurants here.
Horwich is about a 10-min drive and has a number of pubs. If you fancy a bit of Live music, try out The Bowling Green, 175 Lee Ln, Horwich, Bolton BL6 7JD or just a bit further down from there is The Old Original Bay Horse.
SIA Job Opportunities In The Bolton Area Opportunities abound in this area, from work at the football stadium to opportunities in the retail and leisure park. Personal with the appropriate SIA licence can find plenty of job opportunities as security guards, door supervisors and CCTV operators. Along with work at the pubs and clubs in the area, numerous events and government work are available.
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