Head Door Supervisor – Circuit – Bristol Bristol

Bridgegate Security Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£18.00 per hour

15 hours per week

Friday and Saturday shifts

Job summary

Bridgegate Security Limited in Bristol is seeking a Head Door Supervisor to lead the venue's door supervision team during peak nightlife hours. You will ensure the safety of customers, staff, and contractors while delivering exceptional service and maintaining compliance with licensing objectives.

As Head Door Supervisor you’ll manage incident response, supervise a professional team, and liaise with venue management and emergency services.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
• Previous Head Door Supervisor or senior security experience.
• Experience in busy nightlife or late-night venues.
• Strong leadership and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, organise, and supervise the venue’s door supervision team.
• Ensure safety and welfare of customers, staff, and contractors.
• Oversee entry procedures, queue management, and ID checks.
• Handle incidents, refusals, and conflict situations professionally.
• Maintain visible presence during operating hours.
• Liaise with venue management, emergency services, and local authorities.
• Ensure licensing objectives and venue policies compliance.
• Complete incident reporting and maintain records.
• Deliver high standards of professionalism and customer interaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Conflict management

Professional appearance

Calm under pressure

Education

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in one of Bristol’s biggest nightlife venues. You’ll work closely with venue management to create a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment while leading a professional team of SIA Door Supervisors.

At Bridgegate Security, our Head Door Supervisors are more than team leaders – they’re trusted partners to the venue, helping deliver outstanding customer experiences while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, organise, and supervise the venue’s door supervision team
• Ensure the safety and welfare of customers, staff, and contractors
• Oversee venue entry procedures, queue management, and ID checks
• Handle incidents, refusals, and conflict situations professionally
• Maintain a strong visible presence throughout operating hours
• Liaise effectively with venue management, emergency services, and local authorities where required
• Ensure compliance with licensing objectives and venue policies
• Complete incident reporting and maintain accurate records
• Deliver a high standard of professionalism and customer interaction at all times
• Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence
• Previous experience in a Head Door Supervisor or senior security role
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• Experience working within busy nightlife or late-night hospitality venues
• Excellent conflict management and de-escalation ability
• Professional appearance and reliable work ethic
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure

What We Offer

• £18.00 per hour
• Friday and Saturday- 2 nights per week
• 15 hours available each week
• Opportunity to lead the opening security team for one of Bristol’s biggest nightlife venues
• Supportive management and ongoing opportunities across Bridgegate Security’s expanding venue portfolio