Showsec offers a comprehensive range of commercially available event security training courses. 

Courses are open to individuals or groups, delivered at our modern training suites or anywhere in the UK. Our dedicated training department has over 30 qualified trainers, with credible events security experience, delivering specialist courses ranging from entry level skills to management degrees.

Showsec’s respected training department has partnered with higher education establishments and is recognised by awarding bodies. Blended learning techniques offer flexibility for those looking to integrate personnel development with existing career schedules.

We have awarded over 12,000 qualifications over the past decade, helping security professionals progress their careers and improve their companies. We offer courses that develop industry specific knowledge and build personal proficiency, enabling people to fulfil their potential as qualified, competent security professionals.

For details of courses please contact our training department, alternatively please call 0116 204 3317

 For details of Showsec’s e-learning platform please click here.

TRAINING FACILITIES

The Showsec training suite is a state of the art training facility, available for hire at competitive business rates. This flexible venue provides well equipped, professional, spacious, air conditioned and well lit training rooms.

Located five minutes from Leicester train station, these training facilities are convenient to get to from the city centre and easily accessible from the major transport links.

The training suite’s versatility allows clients to tailor the rooms to meet individual requirements for training, conference or meeting purposes.

The main training area can accommodate up to 50 people theatre style, with adjacent breakout room and board room. To support effective training the facilities incorporate recently installed IT support, interactive whiteboard, projection and audio system.

Our dedicated venue hire team will work with you to provide a bespoke hire package to suit your requirements; from flip-charts to name-badges to post-its we will provide assistance down to every last detail.

Please contact us for further information about the training suites, alternatively please call 0116 204 3317

SHOWSEC MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME

The Showsec Management programme was introduced in 2008 as a groundbreaking educational platform. 

The programme’s constant evolution reflects developments in the modern security industry and offers a unique opportunity for ambitious, driven people to be at the sharp end of continuously improving the professionalism of Showsec’s event and venue security services.

Over the past three years successful candidates have progressed their careers, moving into management roles and driven innovation into the services their teams offer our clients.

The nine month full-time programme incorporates blended learning techniques combined with practical experience so that Showsec Management Associates gain relevant operational knowledge and skills from experienced practitioners within the industry, alongside state of the art learning to develop best working practices.

Please click on the left hand menu for Showsec Management Associate Roles & Responsibilities or follow this link to full time jobs.

SHOWSEC MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Showsec Management programme currently has a management trainee post available.

Successful applicants will undergo a comprehensive programme of professional managerial and operational training. Phased over nine months, the security professionals’ benefit from a blend of skills and knowledge training interspersed with operational experience and academic work, leading to Year 1 of a Foundation Degree in Applied Professional Studies in Crowd Management, accredited through The University of Derby Corporate.

The overall aim is to complete the programme to at least the minimum standard by the designated deadline.

Applicants must either hold a current SIA Licence, or be willing to train for one.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To pass and hold a SIA Door Supervisors Licence
  • To attend all training & development activities and operational experiences as directed by the learning and development manager
  • To take an active part in all training, operational experiences and Academy meetings
  • To meet required performance levels at allocated times
  • To provide a supportive, encouraging and team working environment with fellow Academy Associates
  • To complete all Academy paperwork/administration to deadline
  • To take ownership for your own learning
  • To immediately report back to the learning and development manager any concerns, issues or improvements with the programme you may experience
  • To regularly report to the learning and development manager on what you have learnt and how you have applied this at an operational level
  • To ensure the high quality delivery of operations, attending and managing events as directed by the Regional Manager / Area Manager / Senior Operations Executive / Operations Executive and as appropriate to their current level of training
  • To assist at events as appropriate to their current level of training
  • To be responsible for the health, safety and welfare of staff at events as appropriate
  • Any other duties commensurate with the post
TRAINING COURSES

Our comprehensive security training courses, recognised by awarding bodies are delivered by qualified trainers and lead to a wide range of industry wide relevant qualifications.   

We host regular courses at our specialised training suites or for those looking to train security professionals at their venue, we can travel to you.

Existing courses or bespoke training packages designed specifically to meet your unique needs are very competitively priced. For full details please contact our training department.

Please scroll down for a list of our courses:

Working in the Private Security Industry
Highfield ABC
This module forms the basis of any entry level security licence. Ideal as a platform to add further units as required.

Working as a Door Supervisor
Highfield ABC
A mandatory module for those seeking a licence in Door Supervision. Can be used by venue staff who oversee Door Supervisors as an entry level module.

Conflict Management for the Private Security Industry
Highfield ABC
A module designed for those persons who need to professionally resolve conflict in a public space. This module does not contain any physical intervention.  

Physical Intervention Skills for the Private Security Industry (PI)
Maybo
PI is a skill that our highly trained instructors deliver in a safe environment. The module is designed foremost to reduce conflict at venues and keep all persons involved safe.  

Working as a Security Officer
Highfield ABC
An ideal module for static, patrol or gatehouse guards or any person looking after assets for their client. Can be used as the basis for a security/reception role.  

Working as a CCTV Operator
Highfield ABC
Operating a CCTV system within the law is a vital skill for any control room operator. This module forms the basis for CCTV licence operators working in a public space.

Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment
Highfield ABC
With new legislation and a wide range of technology it is vital that staff are aware of the strengths and limitations of operating a CCTV system.

Ingress of the Public at Events
UoD
Understanding flow-rates, entry capacity, entry systems, barrier system design and monitoring is paramount to the safe entry of the public to a venue. 

Egress of the Public at Events
UoD
As important as entry to a venue – exiting is a time of concern to all responsible for the public at venues. A safe controlled exit is a priority this module covers.

Volunteering at Events
UoD
Sometimes a full blown qualification is not required for a person volunteering to help at an event. This module covers the basics of the important role they undertake.

Counter Terrorism at Events
UoD
We all are involved in making venues safer places to visit. This module highlights the extra steps we all can take to monitor and report suspicions at venues. 

Manager to Leader
UoD
The transition from manager to leader is something that is both a journey for managers and for their team as a whole.  To support the transition new skills are required both for individual working and for team working. This course is designed to help develop the key skills associated with leading an effective team.

IOSH Managing Safely at Events
IOSH*
As a manager of any event or venue, the health and safety of the public and staff can seem daunting. This qualification aims to alleviate the pressure of putting together risk assessments.  

IOSH Supervising Safely at Events
IOSH*
An ideal qualification for those with supervisory responsibility at venues and at events. Current legislation, risk assessment and safety advice is covered in the syllabus. 

Heath & Safety for Stewards
UoD
The steward at an event is the eyes and ears of person responsible for safety. This module highlights to a steward what should be reported and how to contain safety issues.

Front of Stage Pit
UoD
Working in the Front of stage pit barrier is a skilled role. Understanding the audience, artist and venue requirements during an event is the focus of this presentation. 

The Role of a Radio Control at Events
UoD
Communication at any event is the key to maintaining security and safety. The pivotal role a control room has at any event can not be understated.

Drug Awareness
TBC
For anyone working in venue who may come into contact with suspicious substances, this module will aid in recognising and advice on reaction to the many types of drugs in society.  

Manual Handling
TBC
The health and safety of staff at a venue who are lifting items or persons are required to be trained in this module. Ideal module for those working in the front of stage pit barrier.

Communication Skills
UoD
Communication at an event is paramount. This module covers radio procedure but also includes personal communication with the public. Incident report writing is included.

Load in/Load out
UoD
Suitable for those staff working on the setup of an event. An element of static security and communication is included.

Customer Care
UoD
The primary function of any customer facing member of staff at any venue is customer care. Dealing with complaints is included. This module can be made bespoke per venue.

Working in Incident Response
UoD*
A module giving candidates further confidence to deal with conflict situations. This is a top up to the standard physical intervention module.

 

* Delivered in conjunction with one of our service partners

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