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Door Supervisor Training in Leicester

The Grand Hotel Leicester, Granby Place, Leicester LE1 6ES, UK

Next course starts Sat 20th Dec 2025
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A door supervisor is licensed to work in venues that serve alcoholโ€”like bars, nightclubs, and festivalsโ€”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.ย 

Most door supervisors earn between ยฃ12 and ยฃ23 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 donโ€™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 ยฃ184. 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.

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About Door Supervisor Training Course in Leicester

Sample Lesson

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 6 days and is divided into 4 units: Working in the Private Security Industry, Working as a Door Supervisor, Conflict Management and Physical Intervention. On the final day of the course there will be 4 multiple choice exams and a practical assessment of the physical intervention skills you will be taught on the course.
 
What will I learn on the SIA Door Supervisor Training course in Leicester?
 
 
 

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 Leicester

Train
You can get to the venue by train easily. These are the three train stations closest to Leicester city centre. From here it's easy to get to the venue using local buses and by walking. 

Leicester Train Station
London Rd, Leicester LE2 0QB. 

Syston Train Station 
Leicester LE7 2JU. 

South Wigston 
Kenilworth Rd, South Wigston, Wigston LE18 4XU. 

If you arrive at Leicester train station, it's just a 6-minute walk to the venue, approximately 500 metres away. Take the stairs and turn left onto Station Street, then right onto London Street after 100 metres. Turn left onto East Street after 40 metres, and right onto London Street again after 10 metres. After 40 metres, turn left onto Granby Street for 300 metres. Turn left onto Belvoir Street, and the Mercure is on the left. 

From Syston train station, catch the number 5 bus to Leicester. Arrive at The Haymarket in Leicester after 24 stops which will take around 25 minutes. From there, walk along Belgrave Gate to the Clock Tower, then turn onto Granby Street for about 350 metres. 

From South Wigston train station, you can get the number 44 Leicester bus from Fairfield. Stay on the bus for 27 stops, around 25 minutes and get off at Charles Street Stand J. From there, the venue is just a 2-minute walk away. 

 

Parking 
There is parking available at the venue, but it's subject to charges. You might want to park close by in another car park that will get you a better deal. Some nearby car parks include: 

Dover Street Car Park
31-33 Dover St, Leicester LE1 6PW. 

NCP Leicester East Street
East St, Leicester LE1 6NB. 

Just Park Wellington Street 
Wellington St, Leicester LE1 6HP. 

 

Walkability
Granby Street has an almost perfect walk score of 99/100. This means that you can access virtually anything you could need or want on foot. From banks, ATM's, shops, cafes, hotels, public transport, hospitals, as well as the local parks Town Hall Square, Castle Gardens and Nelson Mandela Park.

 

Accommodation
You could stay at The Mercure. But if you are looking for some budget options, you can try the Travelodge Leicester around a 7-minute drive away at Vaughan Way, Leicester LE1 4NN or Campbells Guest House at 17-19 Westleigh Rd, Leicester LE3 0HH. You can check out other options and deals here. 

 

Food
You won't have a problem finding somewhere to eat at lunchtime. If you are craving good old fish and chips, head along Belvoir Street to get to Welford Chippy. McDonald's is also close to the venue. If you are after an English breakfast, then why not try The Sandwich Stop Cafe within 250 metres of the venue. If coffee is your thing, then try The Leicester Coffee House Company just along Granby Street.

For those with a sweet tooth, you must take the time to check out Bru Coffee And Gelato. They serve a fantastic range of drinks, including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and milkshake. But don't miss out on their decadent desserts, including freshly baked waffles, cookie dough, dessert classics such as apple pie and custard. They also serve some savoury delights along with their luxurious handmade gelato, including homemade soups, wraps, paninis, and grilled cheese sandwiches. 

 

SIA Job Opportunities in Leicester
There are tons of opportunities in Leicester once you have your license. Door staff are always needed for the busy bars and clubs in Leicester city centre. Retail security is required for the shopping centres including The Haymarket Shopping Centre, Highcross and The Silver Arcade. 

There's always security needed when Leicester City play at home at the King Power Stadium, Filbert Way, Leicester LE2 7FL. And the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, and Glenfield Hospital, all located close to the city centre employ security staff 24/7.

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