SIA Door Supervisor SWAP Programme

What you will learn:

This programme is delivered under the Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP).

This programme has 3 main components:

• Pre-employment training
• a.         Technical skills
• b.         Employment skills
• Employer insight experience
• A guaranteed job interview

Modules covered as part of pre-employment and technical skills training aspect include:

• Principles of working in the Private Security Industry
• Principles of working as a door supervisor in the Private Security Industry
• Application of conflict management in the Private Security Industry
• Application of physical intervention skills in the    Private Security Industry
• Emergency First Aid at Work

*Candidates must fully complete each element of the programme to qualify for a guaranteed interview.

Certification and Accreditation details:

• Highfield Level 2 Award for Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry
• Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work Industry Skills    

Career Opportunities  

Door Supervisor, Security Officer, Security Guard, Store Detective, Security Manager, Security Operations Manager, Event Security Officer.

Entry criteria  

Good written and spoken English skills are required. The minimum English Language skills equivalent required are:

• B1 level qualification (Home Office’s list of recognised English tests)
• Functional Skills Level E3-L1 in English and maths

Students will complete an English, Maths and Digital Skills initial assessment as part of the enrolment and registration process to assess suitability for the programme.

We will support students with any English, maths and Digital Skills needs as part of their programme.

Available courses include Bridging the Gap programme and Functional Skills for those who would benefit from English, maths or Digital Skills training.

Programme duration:

6 Weeks (including guaranteed interview and employer insight experience)

Attendance arrangements:

• Weeks 1-3: Classroom and online learning
• Weeks 3-6: Employer insight experience and job interviews

Homework and self-study:

Students will need to commit 8-10 hours a week for homework (assignments) and for self-study (reading, research, and e-learning).

Attendance special requirements (MANDATORY):

Security qualifications are externally regulated by the SIA. Students are required to attend 100% of the sessions and are not permitted to be late. If students miss a session or arrive late they will not be permitted to complete the programme and will need to start again at the next available date. These are the SIA regulations and are not subject to flexibility or discretion.

In addition to classroom study, you will be offered work experience on a voluntary basis, these opportunities will be offered by industry employers linked to the SWAP programme.

Programme start dates: 23rd September 2024

Enrolments dates: 19th and 20th September you will need to commit to both days and the 6-week programme.

Delivery locations: (TBC when enrolled)        

• 2nd Floor, Suffolk House, George Street, Croydon, CR0 0YN
• Unit 3 Norfolk House, Wellesley Road, Croydon, CR0 1LH

Assessment/exam arrangements:      

Multiple Choice Examination, Practical Demonstration/Assignment.

Resources or equipment required for your course:   

Notebook, ruler, pen, pencil, and a device (laptop) for online learning.

*If you do not have access to a PC or laptop, access to PC or laptop is available at the centre.

Please Note:

PPE will be required for all practical and railway site training: Orange Hi-Vis Vest/Jacket and Trousers, Helmet, and Steel Toe Cap Boots. Students will receive support to acquire the necessary PPE.

Industry Skills:

In addition to the formal qualifications offered on this programme, a range of industry skills and qualifications required or desired by employers are offered to students to enhance their employment success and career prospects. These include:

• Award in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment (CSCS)
• Gateway to Construction Engineering Industry Programme
• Rail Track Safety
• Drug and Alcohol Awareness
• Award in Emergency First Aid at Work

Personal and Professional Development:      

Students on this programme will benefit from dedicated Personal and Professional Development. These are skills that will enhance student’s learning both personally and professionally.