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Door Supervisor (Birmingham) – £14.12 per hour
Company
SNSG Security Services
Location
Birmingham
Job Type
Full–time and Part-time
Salary
£14.12 an hour
Posted
27 days ago
Via
via SNSG Security
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Job Description
About the role
SNSG Security Services is actively recruiting professional and reliable Door Supervisors to support a variety of venues and events across Birmingham and the wider Midlands night-time economy, including pubs, clubs and restaurants. Whether you’re seeking consistent shifts or flexible hours, we offer roles to suit your availability.
Position: Door Supervisor
Location: Birmingham & West Midlands
Hourly rate: £14.12 (inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay)
Schedule: Full-time and part-time roles available (evening and night shifts)
Experience required: 1+ year preferred
About you
You’ll be confident, approachable and calm under pressure, with the ability to manage situations professionally while maintaining a strong customer-focused approach. A visible presence, excellent communication skills and sound judgement are essential.
Key responsibilities
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for customers and staff
• Control access to venues in line with licensing and venue policies
• Monitor behaviour and intervene early to prevent incidents
• Handle conflict situations calmly and professionally
• Liaise with venue management, emergency services and local authorities where required
• Complete accurate incident reports and documentation
• Represent SNSG with a smart, professional appearance at all times
Requirements
• Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence
• Must be 21 years or older
• Smart, sharp and professional appearance
• Confident presence and strong communication skills
• Dependable with strong common sense and judgement
• A calm, professional and approachable manner
• Full, clean driving licence desirable but not essential
• 5-year checkable work/education history (required during screening)
How to apply
Apply via the form on this page. If shortlisted, you’ll be asked to provide screening documentation and a 5-year employment/education history.
SNSG Security Services is actively recruiting professional and reliable Door Supervisors to support a variety of venues and events across Birmingham and the wider Midlands night-time economy, including pubs, clubs and restaurants. Whether you’re seeking consistent shifts or flexible hours, we offer roles to suit your availability.
Position: Door Supervisor
Location: Birmingham & West Midlands
Hourly rate: £14.12 (inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay)
Schedule: Full-time and part-time roles available (evening and night shifts)
Experience required: 1+ year preferred
About you
You’ll be confident, approachable and calm under pressure, with the ability to manage situations professionally while maintaining a strong customer-focused approach. A visible presence, excellent communication skills and sound judgement are essential.
Key responsibilities
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for customers and staff
• Control access to venues in line with licensing and venue policies
• Monitor behaviour and intervene early to prevent incidents
• Handle conflict situations calmly and professionally
• Liaise with venue management, emergency services and local authorities where required
• Complete accurate incident reports and documentation
• Represent SNSG with a smart, professional appearance at all times
Requirements
• Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence
• Must be 21 years or older
• Smart, sharp and professional appearance
• Confident presence and strong communication skills
• Dependable with strong common sense and judgement
• A calm, professional and approachable manner
• Full, clean driving licence desirable but not essential
• 5-year checkable work/education history (required during screening)
How to apply
Apply via the form on this page. If shortlisted, you’ll be asked to provide screening documentation and a 5-year employment/education history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs
What is the National Living Wage for security guards in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the Department for Business and Trade. Security guards must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week. Employers must also provide itemised payslips showing exact hours and deductions.
Do I need an SIA licence to work as a security guard in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Yes, a valid SIA licence is mandatory for all security guard roles under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. The licence costs £190 for a three-year front-line licence and requires a Level 2 Award in Door Supervision or Security Guarding plus an identity check and criminal record disclosure. Applications are processed only through the official SIA portal.
What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlement for security guards in the United Kingdom?
Security guards are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations 1998. They are entitled to 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays, equating to 28 days for a five-day week. Night shift workers receive an additional health assessment every two years.
How much income tax and National Insurance will a security guard earning £25,000 pay in the United Kingdom in the 2026/27 tax year?
A security guard earning £25,000 pays £1,486 in income tax and £1,456 in Class 1 National Insurance contributions for the 2026/27 tax year. The personal allowance is £12,570 with a basic rate of 20% on income above that threshold up to £50,270. Employers deduct these automatically through PAYE and report via Real Time Information.
