Door Supervisor training in London-Central

Door Supervisor SIA Licence Training in Central London.

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ยฃ229.99 Incl. VAT
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Door Supervisor Training in London-Central

4 HQ - London HQ Bloomsbury, 4a Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2RP, UK

Next course starts Mon 21st Jul 2025
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 on 31,871 reviews Trustpilot
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Feb 2, 2025
Tochukwu Agiliga
The package is designed for success

โ€œThe package is designed for success. In my door supervisor course and CCTV Operator course, I met an amazing set of instructors who use field and class experiences to build your courage and bring you excellent performanceโ€

Abrar Ahmed

Door Supervisor at Mitie Security
Excellent 4.8
Nov 29, 2024
ARG
Highly recommended

โ€œHighly recommended. I did the DS and CCTV courses within two weeks of each other. Both the tutors were engaging and very experienced and knowledgeable in their field. Despite both courses being relatively short, I feel they pack in a lot of material. There are also lots of practical activities that help prepare you for front line security work. Once again, I high recommend training with Get Licensed!โ€

Jan 25, 2025
Al Rasul
100% recommended to start your Security Career

โ€œIf your looking for a licence to start a career in security or you want to renew your licence Get Licensed is the place to go, with its easy and stress-free way to apply as well as regular updates so you know what's happening with your application you know you can trust them to handle your application, they also have certified tutors who are amazing at what they do I would like to thanks to Tanya, Alan and Paul for their experience, professionalism and friendliness as I passed 1st time when I did the security guard and CCTV course. Would recommend them 100%โ€

Natalie

Door Supervisor
Excellent 4.5
Oct 30, 2024
Olukayode
Good Experience

โ€œRegistration on the Guard pass app was very easy and straightforward. Booking for training and exam was seamless. My exam trainer is a professional, he is learned and understood the course very well. It made my understanding very fast. The customer care team too are very responsive, they are also available to help anytime you have a concern.โ€

Jan 31, 2025
Andy N
Really good course, great trainer

โ€œReally good course and fantastically delivered by Shaun in Durham. I've been in the licensed trade for three decades and have learned a ridiculous amount this week !! The content was engaging throughout and kept relevant with Shaun's vast experience and real-life scenarios. Top level training, thank you.โ€

Jan 15, 2025
Hamza Munir
Great experience

โ€œVery satisfied with the course of Door Supervisor. Ben is a very good trainer and an engaging teacher. Sham was also a good invigilator. Highly recommendedโ€

Jan 12, 2025
Anna London
SIA Training recommended

โ€œIt was efficient and interesting. Rob Worthington was a good professional trainer and didnโ€™t leave any one behind. Amy was also great. Anita assisting too. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘โ€

Jan 11, 2025
Joshua Oluwaseun
Quality driven.

โ€œBen Mccarthy is an efficient, quality driven, and hardworking lead trainer for the door supervision course. He made the topics easy to understand and digest. I appreciate his patience and attention to detail when teaching the course.โ€

Nov 13, 2024
Mike Hockett
I have been working in security for 30โ€ฆ

โ€œI have been working in security for 30 years starting with 10 years as a full time door supervisor and then 20 years in house NHS security officer in a busy city centre hospital with a war zone called A&E Since leaving I needed to get my SIA . This course is really good and itโ€™s far from an attend course you need to apply yourself and it will give you the grounding to be a first class operative to start a career and progress in security. Great trainer in Dave Watts a first class instructor and man. This course is first class and Get Licensed make booking, learning a great experienceโ€

Sirtaj Rehman

Security Officer at a shopping centre
Excellent 4.9
Nov 18, 2024
Mr Daniel Hughes
A Great Experience & Course

โ€œHad a great experience with my Door Supervisors course. Excellent communication from start to finish. The instructor Simon Willoughby was awesome too. Very knowledgeable, engaging, and humorous. He got us through the very long days and made them feel not so long. A great guy and a great courseโ€

Oct 11, 2024
ASKANDIR IDDRISS
Get Licensed is the best

โ€œGet Licensed is indeed, the best place to take your security training. I just completed my Door Supervisor Training with them and was trained by Rob Worthington. Rob is the best trainer I have ever seen. You know why, its because he really trains from experience. He treated everyone fairly and makes the training very interesting, practical and experiential. I sincerely entreat everyone that seeks to take any security training course to do that with Get Licensed. You would enjoy it and learn a lot.โ€

Spike

Assistant Manager at a security firm
Excellent 4.5
Dec 22, 2024
Boluwatife Adeogun
I enjoyed my course so well and myโ€ฆ

โ€œI enjoyed my course so well and my supervisor was a great teacher and person. He teaches so well his explanation is so clear. Am shouting out to Simon Albutt.โ€

Feb 2, 2025
Dave Sayer
Clear and Concise

โ€œThe trainer Amy was really patient, helpful and informative. All lessons were delivered with clarity along with a very professional attitude. Sering was also excellent. He conveyed information in a friendly helpful manner and made the class feel at ease. Good staff are hard to find and both are assets to the Industry.โ€

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This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to obtain the SIA Licence and work in frontline security roles.ย 

It's easy. You can book the course online or call our friendly customer service line on 0207 078 7259.

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.

Certificates are available via email within a week of completing the course. You may request a posted certificate at an additional cost of ยฃ14.99.

You can work as a Security Guard with a Door Supervisor Licence. In fact, the Door Supervisor Licence is one of the most versatile licences in the security industry. It's important to rememberย that if you instead take the Security Guard Course, for example, you can't apply for a Door Supervisor badge.

This makes the Door Supervisor Course more valuable when applying for jobs, and will make you more eligible for more work much faster.

To read our full list of FAQs, click here.ย 

With a SIA Door Supervisor Licence, you can work as:
- Nightclub & Bar Security
- Hotel & Hospitality Security
- Event & Festival Security
- Corporate Building Security
- Retail Loss Prevention
- Static Guarding

The average salary for a Door Supervisor in the UK is:
ยฃ13 โ€“ ยฃ15 per hour for entry-level roles
Up to ยฃ23 per hour for experienced security officers
ยฃ200 โ€“ ยฃ300 per shift for Close Protection Officers

The SIA Door Supervisor Licence application takes 2 to 6 weeks to process after completing the training course and passing the exam.

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, you must complete an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course before taking the Door Supervisor training.

A Door Supervisor is a licensed security professional trained to work in venues that serve alcohol, such as nightclubs, bars, and events. They also work in retail stores, corporate buildings, and festivals. In contrast, a Security Guard cannot work in licensed venues and is typically stationed in shopping centres, offices, and warehouses.

The exam includes multiple-choice questions and practical assessments. With proper preparation and course attendance, most candidates pass on their first attempt. Get Licensed also offers free exam retakes if needed.

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.

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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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Yes, being a door supervisor is more about awareness, strategy, and training than height. Many professional security officers rely on defensive tactics and intelligence-based security strategies rather than physical intimidation.

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Conflict management is the ability to prevent, handle, and resolve disputes using negotiation, de-escalation, and sometimes controlled physical intervention when required.

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Yes, the training includes a module on conflict management in the private security industry, covering techniques for identifying conflict, de-escalation strategies, and tips for recognising risks.

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Maintain a safe distance, use a firm but calm voice, and avoid physical confrontation if possible. Always follow proper security procedures and call for backup if needed. Our door supervisor training covers a module on physical intervention, including how to act in situations where you need to physically intervene and de-escalate situations.

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While you donโ€™t need extreme fitness, having basic endurance, agility, and the ability to stay alert for long shifts is beneficial. Physical intervention training may be required for certain door supervision roles.

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Door supervisor salaries vary based on experience, location, and role. In the UK, the average pay ranges from ยฃ11 to ยฃ23 per hour for security guard and door supervisor roles, with higher wages for specialised roles like close protection officers (ยฃ50 to ยฃ100 per hour).

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About Door Supervisor Training Course in Central London

Sample Lesson

I am wondering what you will learn in the course? Watch expert trainer and SIA course instructor Anthony Milner talk you through the Health & Safety part of the SIA course.

 

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

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 test success.

 

Latest Reviews for the Door Supervisor Course at London Central

Excellent course given by an exceptional trainer. Dave Aiton is an excellent professional, very patient and friendly. The way he teaches makes everything very easy to understand. I feel confident that the knowledge I have now will help me go far in my career.

 

How to get to your training venue at London-Central

Train
Should you choose to use the train to help you get to your training venue at HQ - London, HQ Bloomsbury, there are several reliable stations to get you close to the area. These include:

London Bridge (LBG) Train Station
Station Approach Rd, London SE1 9SP

Piccadilly Circus Station
West End, London W1J 9HP

London King's Cross Train Station
Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL

Of the three options mentioned, we recommend you make your trip using the London King's Cross Train Station. Once you arrive at the station, you can grab a taxi which will take about seven minutes to reach the training venue. 

Alternatively, once you arrive at the train station, you'll need to walk 0.1 miles to King's Cross St. Pancras subway station. Take a four-minute train ride to Holborn subway station. Exit the station and go west on High Holborn. You'll turn right once you reach Southampton Pl before taking a left at Bloomsbury Way. The venue will be on the left side of the road.

 

Parking
If you have a vehicle, you'll need to know the best parking spots close to the venue. Some of the more popular options available to you include:

NCP London Bloomsbury Square Car Park
30 Bloomsbury Square, Holborn, London WC1A 2RJ

Q-Park Trafalgar Parking Lot
Spring Gardens, St. James's, London SW1A 2BN

Q-Park Chinatown Parking Lot
Newport Pl, West End, London WC2H 7PU

Whichever parking lot you choose, be prepared to pay parking fees ranging from around £4 a day, which is the standard amount for most parking lots in the area.

 

Walkability
Central London has a Walk Score of 100/100. That means you don't need a vehicle to gain access to stores, parks, restaurants, and more in the area.

 

Accommodation
For those who don't live close by, the Central London area has plenty of accommodation options, depending on your preferences. You can take your pick from renowned hotels like the Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross at 1 King's Cross Rd, Islington, London WC1X 9HX, the Holiday Inn London - Regent's Park at Carburton St, Fitzrovia, London W1W 5EE, or the Travelodge London Covent Garden at 10 Drury Ln, High Holborn, Holborn, London WC2B 5RE. For more options on where you can stay during your SIA training, check here.

 

Food
Whether you need something for lunch or in the evening before you call it a day, Central London has several restaurants and cafes with varying cuisine options to suit anyone. Try a restaurant like the Victoria House Coffee & Food at 5 Coptic St, Holborn, London WC1A 1NH. 

If you're a health-conscious individual, you can also venture to LEON at 77 Kingsway, Holborn, London WC2B 6SR. You'll find healthy salads and small and big hot boxes featuring delicacies like spicy Moroccan meatballs and Brazilian black beans. Whenever you need a quick snack so you can go back to your training venue without any delays, try out John Charlick Foods at 142 Grays Inn Rd, Holborn, London WC1X 8AX. They offer takeaway service to their clients, so you can pick up your meal whenever you're in a rush.

 

SIA Job Opportunities In Central London
Having an SIA license opens up several job opportunities across Central London and beyond. For instance, you can become a door supervisor at one of the many museums, galleries and shopping centres. Or there are plenty of door supervisor roles at the hundreds of London's pubs and clubs. 

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