Liverpool
Door Supervisor & SIA top up / refresher courses for Liverpool
Looking for door supervisor training in Liverpool? ESO trains learners from across the city at our centre in Bootle, just north of the city centre. It's five stops from Liverpool Central on the Merseyrail Northern Line, or about 4 to 5 miles by road from Lime Street.
We run the full Door Supervisor course (£250) plus the Door Supervisor Top Up / Refresher (£150) and Security Guard Top Up / Refresher (£100) for renewals. We're family-run, and our learners have left 692 five-star Google reviews.
- About 4 miles by road to our Bootle centre
- Just north of the city centre, in Bootle
- 5 stops from Liverpool Central (Northern Line)
- Free parking at the centre – no city centre parking charges
- Door Supervisor £250 · top ups from £100
- Family-run · 692 five-star Google reviews
692
five-star Google reviews
98%
of exams passed first time (Laser/Trident results, Nov 2025 to Nov 2026)
Laser Trident
approved training centre
Bootle
face-to-face training, L20 4AP
Getting to our Bootle centre from Liverpool
By car
From the city centre it's about 4 to 5 miles by road, heading north out of town towards Bootle. Parking at our centre is free, while Liverpool city centre car parks typically charge £6 to £26 for a full day. Over a six-day Door Supervisor course that adds up.
By train
From Liverpool Central or Moorfields, take a Northern Line train towards Southport and get off at Bootle New Strand (five stops from Central). The centre is about an 8-minute walk from the station. Only Southport trains stop at Bootle, so check the destination board.
Coming in to Lime Street from elsewhere? Take Merseyrail one stop to Liverpool Central, or walk it in about 5 minutes, then change as above.
Road distances are approximate (OpenStreetMap routing to L20 4AP). Check live times with Merseyrail, National Rail or Merseytravel before you travel.
Venue: St Mary's Complex, Waverley Street, Bootle L20 4AP. Map, walking routes and parking.
Security work in and around Liverpool
Liverpool has one of the busiest night-time economies in the North West, from the Ropewalks and Concert Square to the waterfront, and every licensed venue with door staff needs SIA-licensed Door Supervisors. Concerts, festivals and conferences need event security too.
Football is a big employer of event security in the city. There's Anfield, and Everton's new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, on the docks between the city centre and Bootle. A Door Supervisor licence also covers security guarding, so retail, offices and hospitals are open to you as well.
Every employer sets its own requirements, and no course can promise a job. Your licence application is decided by the SIA.
Which course do you need?
Door Supervisor
£250
New to security, or want the licence that covers door work and guarding.
6 days, face to face. Need first aid? Add Emergency First Aid at Work for £75 – it runs on the morning of day one, so there is no extra day.
Course detailsDoor Supervisor Top Up / Refresher
£150
Renewing a Door Supervisor licence. This is the course people know as the top up – now officially called the refresher.
2 days. Your first aid must be valid for at least another 12 months – add EFAW for £50.
Course detailsSecurity Guard Top Up / Refresher
£100
Renewing a Security Guard licence (the Security Guard top up, now called the refresher).
1 day. Add EFAW for £50 if your first aid needs renewing.
Course detailsYou need a current first aid qualification (Emergency First Aid at Work or above) for SIA Door Supervisor training and for the top ups / refreshers. Emergency First Aid at Work is £100 on its own.
Upcoming dates in Bootle
Door Supervisor
| Dates | Book |
|---|---|
| Mon 16 Nov – Sat, 21 Nov 2026 | Book |
| Mon 30 Nov – Sat, 5 Dec 2026 | Book |
| Mon 14 Dec – Sat, 19 Dec 2026 | Book |
| Mon 11 Jan – Sat, 16 Jan 2027 | Book |
| Mon 25 Jan – Sat, 30 Jan 2027 | Book |
Door Supervisor Top Up / Refresher
Short videos before you book
Is door supervision for me?
1 min 46 s · captions
What to expect on your first day
1 min 56 s · captions
Time to renew your SIA licence?
1 min 4 s · captions
How to apply for your SIA licence
5 min 49 s · captions
Passed your course? Our SIA licence guide covers the application step by step, including which ID the SIA accepts. ESO is an independent training provider, not part of the SIA.
Questions from Liverpool
Is the course in Liverpool city centre?
No. Our centre is in Bootle (L20 4AP), just north of the city. It's five stops from Liverpool Central on the Merseyrail Northern Line (towards Southport), then about an 8-minute walk.
Why train in Bootle rather than the city centre?
Parking is free at our centre, and it's quick to reach on the Northern Line. We're also family-run, with 692 five-star Google reviews.
Can I park at the centre?
Yes, parking is free. Liverpool city centre car parks typically charge £6 to £26 for a full day.
Reviews
Review: 5 Stars – Outstanding Training Experience I am giving a 5-star, outstanding award to ESO Training for the Door Supervisor’s course I recently completed. If you are looking for professional security training, look no further. The Facilities I was originally attracted to this course because of the free onsite parking and the nearby ASDA—meaning no expensive city parking or pricey lunches. The training takes place in a characterful old school building, but the classrooms themselves are modern and well-kitted out with comfortable chairs and two huge TV monitors. Simon, the owner, also provides an endless supply of free refreshments throughout the week. Expert Instruction Simon and George are incredibly approachable and bring a vast amount of industry experience to the table. Their method of engaging with students ensures that every hour is entertaining; from day one, you truly feel like you are being looked after. Support & Success Their training style gives you a very high probability of passing. Simon is genuinely invested in your success—he doesn't want anyone to fail and will even allow you to return until you pass. Once I succeeded, Simon updated my personal SIA account within just a few days, allowing me to apply for my license immediately. Final Thoughts I want to thank Simon and George for delivering a “top-notch” week. Thanks to their help, I’ve already applied for my license and am ready to get back on the employment ladder. I have so much respect for these guys; the entire process from start to finish took less than two weeks. I am so glad I chose this course. Thank you!
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