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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.
Increase your options ✅
Choose between a variety of exciting roles in retail security, door supervision, corporate security, and event security - work full-time or part-time
Work flexible hours ⏰
Own your schedule! The SIA door supervisor course opens doors to greater job flexibility across roles.
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Once you're qualified, use our security job board to apply for newly posted security jobs.
Take the first step and book your SIA Door Supervisor Training course
Getting your SIA Door Supervisor Licence involves the following steps:
Step 1 ➡️ Get Training
Book your SIA Door Supervisor course in Manchester. This is a 6-day training course.
Click here to view course dates and pricesStep 2 ➡️ Get Certified
At the end of the course, you'll sit through 4-Multiple Choice Question Exams. With our High Pass rates you have nothing to worry!
Step ➡️ Get Licensed
The results for the course will be available in 5 working days*. Once you pass, you can apply for your SIA licence
*Result times may vary depending on the course plan you purchase.
Watch Carl from Get Licensed vlog his entire course journey here:
Take the first step and book your SIA Door Supervisor Training course
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:
✅ Bars, Pubs, Restaurants
✅ Music Events
✅ Festivals & Concerts
✅ Retail Security Guarding
✅ Office Receptions
✅ Warehouses
✅ Shopping Mall
Take the first step and book your SIA Door Supervisor Training course
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.
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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 Guildford?
Unit 1 - Working in the Private Security Industry
Unit 2 - Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry
Unit 3 - Conflict Management within the Private Security Industry
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 Guildford
Train
You can get to your training course via two available train stations and one bus stop. The bus stop is the closest option to the venue.
Wotton Hatch Bus Stop 22, 32
Wotton, Dorking RH5 6QQ, United Kingdom
Gomshall Train Station
Gomshall, Guildford GU5 9NU, United Kingdom
Dorking West Train Station
Station Rd, Dorking RH4 5EE, United Kingdom
If you decide to take the bus, Wotton Hatch is the closest bus station to the venue. Catch bus number 22, 32 and take a 14-minute walk for about 1km to the venue. For train options, drop off at Dorking West Train Station and take bus number 465. Get off at the 6th stop, Dorking, Rose Hill and walk around 17 minutes, approximately 1.5km to the venue.
If you are coming from Gomshall Train Station, take bus line 32 and get off at Wotton, Manor Farm. From there, walk for about 7 minutes, approximately 600m to the venue. Another option you can take is via taxi, from Gomshall Train Station take a taxi that costs around £8 - £10. From Dorking West Train Station, take a taxi for about £10 - £12.
Parking
Parking at Wotton House is free on-site for hotel guests, including guests using the conference rooms and leisure club. If you are heading into Dorking during your lunch hour then you can try these car parks:
Friday Street Car Park
Friday St, Dorking, United Kingdom
Broadmoor Car Park
Wotton, Dorking RH5 6JY, United Kingdom
White Down Car Park
White Down Ln, Dorking RH5 6SL, United Kingdom
Walkability
The training venue has a walk score of 4/100. The score of 4 is under the category of car-dependent locations, which means you'll need a car to get to nearby places such as restaurants or stores. If you have an errand to run, you'll definitely need a car or take a taxi.
Accommodation
Wotton House has long been accommodating guests since the 17th century. It is a 13-acre 4-star hotel in the countryside. You'll be surrounded by its historic garden estate, with plenty of activities to explore, from picnics to national parks. The venue is also widely used for wedding events, dining, and corporate meetings and events.
Around the area, there are nearby similar accommodations to choose from. South of the venue is Bulmer Farm and Woodhill Cottage. From the east, you can find a bed and breakfast Ranmore Rise In the Surrey Hills and a Surrey Hills Yurts. Find other options here.
Food
Although great food is available in the venue, you can scout for other dining options if you decide to eat out. For breakfast, the nearest cafe is the Tillings Cafe, however, it is only available for takeaway and no dine-in options. If you want to grab a cup of coffee and dine in, the next closest cafe is The Dabbling Duck, which is best for sweets and sandwiches.
In the afternoon, you can have a lovely lunch at The Wotton Hatch, a cosy gastropub serving English and Mediterranean menus. If you want to go a little further from the venue, try out the Kinghams Restaurant where modern British dishes and fish courses are served. To finish off the night, grab a drink or two at the Red Bar & Lounge for that casual British vibe or head to The Kings Arms for local British fare and ales.
SIA Job Opportunities in Guildford
Guildford has many SIA work opportunities, from hotels to restaurants and bars. With a thriving nightlife in Guildford there’s always door staff needed. You can find retail security jobs at the local shopping centres such as The Friary, Tunsgate Quarter, and White Lion Walk.
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