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Oct 20, 13 •
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Door Supervisor, Security Guard •
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It can be confusing trying to work out exactly what circumstances an SIA licence is required. You may wish to take a part time work at events as a security guard. Secure the crowds at the O2 centre and get entrance to some big concerts while getting paid for...
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Oct 16, 13 •
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SIA Licence •
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Although we have detailed information on each stage of the SIA licence process in the licensing section, we thought it would be good to provide an overview article for those that wanted a brief run down on what you need to do to get your SIA licence and start...
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Sep 30, 13 •
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Door Supervisor, SIA Licence, Training •
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A recent SIA Training initiative conducted in the North East is now going to be used throughout the UK. All door supervisors, will have to update their SIA training to comply with the new training requirements. The new standards have come about as a result of...
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Sep 14, 13 •
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Career Advice, SIA Licence •
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“I have my licence – it hasn’t arrived, yet I can still start work.” This is true, if you have had confirmation from the SIA that your licence has been granted, and you are waiting for it to arrive, you can legally begin your role in a licensable...
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Sep 11, 13 •
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Career Advice, Security Guard •
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Once you have gained your SIA licence to become a security guard it is time to look for a job. If you live in or close to a major city, becoming a Corporate Security could be the way to go. The job can rewarding and is often higher paid than security guard...
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Sep 2, 13 •
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Career Advice, Door Supervisor •
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The point of entry, which is the obviously the entrance to the venue, is the first contact a customer will have with an establishment. As a door supervisor much of your job will be carried out there. As it is the first impression a customer will often have of...
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Aug 29, 13 •
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SIA Licence •
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You don’t have to be a genius or have access to in-depth industry statistics to know that there a far fewer women with SIA licences in the UK than there are men. Traditionally the roles within the security sector have been more attractive to males. There is...
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Aug 28, 13 •
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Door Supervisor, SIA Licence •
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Investigators from the SIA accompanied licensing officers from Surrey Police force last Friday (23 August 2013) to check that door supervisors were working with valid SIA licenses in the Guildford area. Similar to our report on the spot checks conducted by...
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Aug 26, 13 •
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SIA Licence •
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Last month the Home Office revealed that Private Investigators will now have to obtain an SIA licence in order to work legally within the UK. The Home Office said it wanted to “ensure rigorous standards” and universal licensing practices in an...
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Aug 22, 13 •
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Career Advice, Security Guard •
SLT •
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You have finished your SIA Training. Check. You have successfully applied for your SIA Licence. Check. You have used the SIA Licence Hub Jobs Board and found some security jobs you wish to apply for. Check. You’ve sent off your CV and well done, you have...
