Event and door security team

Event organisers, pub and bar owners, wedding venues, community groups and local clubs.

An hourly rate per staff member charged to the client, with your margin after paying the team. Larger events bring more shifts in a single booking.

• Staying calm in busy or tense situations
• Organising rotas and briefing staff
• Clear, friendly communication with clients
• Good judgement and conflict management

• Everyone working in a licensable role generally needs a valid SIA licence, so check each person's licence before every shift
• Check whether the Approved Contractor Scheme matters to the clients you want, as some prefer it
• Public liability insurance, and employer's liability insurance if you take on staff (check whether self-employed workers count)
• Employment status of your team and your tax duties, which are worth checking with HMRC or an accountant
• Events can run late, so plan the staffing for it and the risks of conflict with customers
• Check venue licensing conditions, as they can set the number of staff required

Startup costs are typically around £800 to £4,000, depending on insurance, uniforms, equipment and how many staff you line up. These are estimates, so confirm costs before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically around £1,500 to £7,500, depending on how many events and venues you supply. These are estimates, and late-running events can affect staffing and costs.

Check that everyone in a licensable role has a valid SIA licence before each shift. Also check insurance, including employer's liability if you take on staff, your team's employment status with HMRC, and venue licensing conditions.