How Much Do Door Supervisors Earn in London? (2026 Pay Guide)
Real London door supervisor pay rates by sector — pubs, clubs, retail, hospital, corporate, event security and stadium work.
Hourly rates in London
Pub & club door supervisor: £14–£20/hour, with weekend nights at the top of the range.
Retail and shopping centre security: £13.85–£17/hour (Westfield and Harrods are at the top end).
Hospital door supervisor (NHS A&E): £15–£18/hour, often with shift premiums.
Corporate front-of-house (City / Canary Wharf): £15–£22/hour for shift work or £32k–£42k/year for permanent roles.
Event & stadium security: £13.85–£18/hour, with overtime opportunities during major events.
Annual earnings
A full-time London door supervisor on a 40-hour week typically earns £29,000–£42,000 a year. Add in occasional weekend nights at premium rates and £45,000+ is achievable.
Corporate and hospital roles offer the best work–life balance, while pub/club work pays the highest hourly rates for fewer total hours.
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