A nightclub door supervisor has a far more complex job than you might think. In general, they check ID and uphold the safety of people at the entrances of clubs, pubs, bars and licensed premises. You can earn up to £2,500 per month working full-time. Door supervisors look for people who illegally try to enter venues underage, but also check if people are drunk, are using drugs or hiding weapons. Nightclub door supervisors also check tickets, protect VIPs, and sometimes check if customers are wearing the correct dress code for the venue.
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Learn moreTo work as a door supervisor, you need to have your SIA Door Supervisor License. You can’t work as a door supervisor if you only have an SIA Security Guard License.
Why is this the rule? It’s because the Door Supervisor License allows you to work at venues that are licensed to sell alcohol, like pubs and nightclubs.
Remember, its part of your job as a door supervisor to check how drunk customers are, especially because that affects how safe the venue is during your shift.
Most people entering a club will have had a drink or two. But after a certain limit, being drunk is not acceptable. Customers in this state will make your shift harder, and the venue far less enjoyable for everyone else.
Luckily, your Door Supervisor Course gives you training for dealing with intoxicated people, in terms of both first aid and conflict management.
Course cost
The cost of the course starts at £199.99 and takes just 6 days. After you pass the course, you need to apply for and pay for your license, which you can easily do at a local post office or online. The cost of an SIA License for 3 years is £190. That means the total cost of the course and the license is £390.
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To get an SIA license, you need to:
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Start a successful career as a Nightclub Doorman by following these steps:
This is the first step to become a Nightclub Doorman.
The course consists of three multiple choice exams and a physical assessment.
You can apply for your licence through the postoffice after passing the course
Once you have your licence, you can start applying for Nightclub Doorman jobs in your area
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On your course, you’ll learn modules that are essential to door supervisor work, including:
Nightclub Doorman Duties and Responsibilities:
Door supervisors are also responsible for:
Other duties may also include:
Working Conditions
Keep in mind that door supervisor work is often physically demanding. Be prepared to be on your feet all the time. You also should know there are going to be shifts where you need to put up with cold or wet weather for long periods.
You often get to go to work wearing your own clothes, but you might have to wear a suit and tie at some venues. You’re required to display your SIA badge at all times.
Skills and personal qualities required:
A door supervisor needs:
Benefits of the job:
There are several benefits you’ll enjoy when working as a door person, including:
When you train and work as a door supervisor, you gain skills that you can also transfer to other jobs, including life-saving first aid knowledge. As well as improving your interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills, you gain more confidence with every shift.
A typical hourly wage for a door supervisor is £12.50 per hour. You can expect to work unsocial hours, including evenings until early mornings. You’ll also often work during weekends and public holidays.
Work is usually allocated in shifts. You can expect to typically work between 20-48 hours per week. Working as a nightclub door supervisor is a great way to make some extra money if you have a main job during the day.
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Start a successful career as a Nightclub Doorman by following these steps:
This is the first step to become a Nightclub Doorman.
The course consists of three multiple choice exams and a physical assessment.
You can apply for your licence through the postoffice after passing the course
Once you have your licence, you can start applying for Nightclub Doorman jobs in your area
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