Head Door Supervisor – Oxford

Effective Security Services Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible working patterns

Earned wage access through Stream

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Professional Security is hiring a Head Door Supervisor for Oxford. You will lead the venue security team, maintain high standards of professionalism and customer service, and ensure a safe and welcoming environment for guests. Immediate start available and a competitive hourly rate.

The role requires leading door teams, managing entry points, performing ID checks, and coordinating with venue management to deliver excellent service on evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in hospitality security or door supervision.
• Experience leading or supervising security teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead venue security teams during operations.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism and conduct.
• Manage entry/exit points and admissions control.
• Conduct ID checks and searches per venue policy.
• Monitor capacity, behaviour and risks; assist crowd management.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to on‑shift staff.
• Prepare incident reports and venue documentation.
• Ensure licensing conditions and policies are followed.

Skills

SIA licence

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Summary: If you’re an experienced Door Supervisor ready to take the next step, or an established Head Door Supervisor looking for consistent work with a national security provider, we’d like to hear from you.

Head Door Supervisor – Oxford

Oxford | Competitive Hourly Rate | Permanent Venue | Immediate Start Available

Location: Oxford
Pay: Competitive hourly rate
Shifts: Evenings, weekends and late nights
Immediate start available

Professional Security is looking for an experienced and professional Head Door Supervisor to lead the venue security team in Oxford.

If you’re an experienced Door Supervisor ready to take the next step, or an established Head Door Supervisor looking for consistent work with a national security provider, we’d like to hear from you.

As one of the UK’s leading hospitality security providers, Professional Security employs more than 7,000 security professionals and supports over 2,000 venues nationwide. Our teams play a vital role in creating safe, welcoming and enjoyable environments for customers while supporting venue teams and local communities.

The Role

As a Head Door Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading venue security teams, maintaining high operational standards and acting as the key point of contact between venue management and frontline security staff.

You will set the standard for professionalism, customer service and safety while ensuring your team delivers an exceptional service every shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support Door Supervisor teams during venue operations
• Ensure high standards of professionalism, appearance and conduct are maintained at all times
• Manage entry and exit points safely and effectively
• Conduct ID checks, searches and admissions control in accordance with venue policies
• Monitor venue capacity, customer behaviour and emerging risks
• Support effective crowd management and customer engagement
• Build positive working relationships with venue managers and staff
• Respond confidently to incidents, conflict and challenging situations
• Complete accurate incident reports and venue documentation
• Ensure licensing conditions, venue policies and company procedures are followed
• Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to Door Supervisors on shift

Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Minimum 2 years’ experience within hospitality security or door supervision

Previous experience leading or supervising security teams

Full UK Driving Licence and access to transport

Ability to pass BS7858 screening and vetting

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Professional appearance and strong leadership qualities

Ability to work weekends, evenings and late-night shifts

Ability to provide a full 5-year employment and address history

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Consistent work across established Portsmouth venues
• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability
• Early access to earned wages through Stream
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support from experienced Area and Operations Managers
• Clear progression opportunities into City Supervisor and Operational Management roles

Why Professional Security?

Since 2003, Professional Security has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional security services across the UK hospitality sector. Today, we support more than 2,000 venues nationwide and invest in developing the next generation of security leaders.

If you’re passionate about hospitality security, take pride in leading others and understand how to balance safety with excellent customer service, we want to hear from you.