{"id":5694,"date":"2018-11-14T09:36:50","date_gmt":"2018-11-14T09:36:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.get-licensed.co.uk\/get-daily\/?p=5694"},"modified":"2025-05-16T13:02:47","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T13:02:47","slug":"does-size-matter-if-youre-a-door-supervisor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.get-licensed.co.uk\/get-daily\/does-size-matter-if-youre-a-door-supervisor\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Size Matter If You\u2019re A Door Supervisor?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There\u2019s never a bad time to get into shape. It could be you want to shed some pounds or decide you want to beef up and lead a healthier lifestyle. The fact is, looking good is feeling good. But it isn\u2019t all about vanity and well-being. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some job roles may require you to look big and buff (we\u2019re not talking male strippers here, sorry, ladies). However, a Door Supervisor might be such a role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While a job in security may require a certain level of fitness and involve breaking up fights or chasing after potential thieves, does it necessarily mean you should look<\/em> the part? This is an age-old debate, for as we all know, not all security operatives are lean, mean fighting machines with washboard stomachs like Jason Statham. So, we thought we\u2019d offer our insight and try to answer the question: Does size really matter if you\u2019re a door supervisor? To find the answer, let\u2019s fly through the obvious requirements and measure them up against being big.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fitness Vs brawn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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What good is it an 18-stone mound of muscle if you\u2019ve never seen a treadmill? You may look scary and prove effective in warding off potential trouble outside a venue, but what about the rare occasion where you will be tasked to break up a fight between patrons potentially jacked up on drugs, or worse, what if you\u2019re dealing with trained fighters? You\u2019ll need bags of stamina. Trust us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brains Vs Biceps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Contrary to what many assume, the role of a doorman isn\u2019t strictly about the physicality of breaking up fights, it\u2019s about preventing them. Vigilance is key. It will take a sharp mind and good reasoning to snuff out trouble before <\/em>it occurs. There\u2019s an art to it. Studying people\u2019s behaviour, body language, and even the pitch and tone of their voice are all indicators of potential trouble. So, flex those guns all you want; you\u2019ll need to rely on grey matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Attitude Vs Aggression<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Angry about that shove or shoulder barge off a drunken punter? What about the name-caller who insulted your mother? Guess what? To be truly good in this role, you\u2019ll need the skin of a crocodile. Self-restraint and patience will make you worth your weight in gold. Leave your emotions at the door. (Pun intended)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Customer service Vs Creatine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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This role is about engaging with people, it\u2019s about interaction. There\u2019ll be times when people turn to you for help or assistance. You\u2019ll need to be a good communicator. So, contenting yourself with the knowledge that you can bench-press over 100KG won\u2019t count a single rep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Based on the above evidence, it\u2019s fair to say the role of a door supervisor can be challenging at times. There is a constant threat of danger, and arguably, looking big and intimidating could prevent it. But there\u2019s a flip-side to that; it could also goad someone brave (or stupid) enough to try their luck and step to you. But beneath all the macho posturing, safety will always come first, and for that reason, with the right training and attitude, doing the job well shouldn\u2019t necessarily rely on physical prowess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So, aside from being fit, you need the right mindset and temperament to do this job. Muscles are just a bonus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to work in the security sector<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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If you are interested in working in the security sector, whether it be as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard or CCTV Operative, you will need to obtain an SIA Licence<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To obtain an SIA Licence<\/a>, you will need to complete a course. Once you have completed the course, will you then be able to apply for an SIA Licence and work in the security sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Looking for jobs? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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To find the latest security jobs, check out our Jobs Board,<\/a> which has 1,000+ jobs from the UK\u2019s best security companies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019re on the hunt for a security job on the go, download the GuardPass app for all the latest jobs and more. The GuardPass App is available for download on the Apple App Store<\/a> or on the Google Play Store<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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