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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 โ
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 โฐ
Own your schedule! The SIA door supervisor course opens doors to greater job flexibility across roles.
Get hired, fast โก๏ธ
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 โก๏ธ 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 โก๏ธ 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 โก๏ธ 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:
โ Bars, Pubs, Restaurants
โ Music Events
โ Festivals & Concerts
โ Retail Security Guarding
โ Office Receptions
โ Warehouses
โ 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.
FREE Door Supervisor Course Sample Lesson
Wondering what you will learn on the course?
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.
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Work at pubs, clubs, events, shops, and offices. Best choice for flexible, higher-paying jobs.
Ideal for static guarding at offices, shops, and warehouses. No door work or nightlife covered.
Monitor shops, offices, warehouses from control rooms.
Get licensed to work as a Bodyguard for VIPs, celebrities, and high-profile clients. Exclusive, high-paying security work.
For individuals renewing their Security Guard or Officer licence. Quick refresher to keep you job-ready.
Renew your Door Supervisor licence and stay qualified for door work, events, nightlife, and beyond.
"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 heโs a great trainer."
โThe 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."
A door supervisor is licensed to work in venues that serve alcoholโlike bars, nightclubs, and festivalsโwhere 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 donโt 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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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.
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 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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This course is for people looking to work as a Security Guard or Door Supervisor.
To succeed in this industry you need to have a certain personality. This characteristic isn't the best for this.
Unfortunately this course requires you to be 18 year old.
To work as a Door Supervisor you will be expected to be reliable and trust worthy
To succeed in this industry you need to have a certain personality. This characteristic isn't the best for this.
Why not? There are thousands of security job opportunities waiting for you. Get licensed and find part-time and full-time work as a Security Officer or Door Supervisor. Start your journey and book your course today.
Why not? There are thousands of security job opportunities waiting for you. Get licensed and find part-time and full-time work as a Security Officer or Door Supervisor. Start your journey and book your course today.
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