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Jonny Clarke

Sarah Murray

Getting Started, How To's and Troubleshooting

Marketplace: Pharmacy Locum Help

Indemnity Insurance

Essential Documents & Accreditations - Pharmacy Technicians & Dispeners

Document Checklist - Pharmacy Technicians & Dispensers

Essential Documents & Accreditations - Pharmacist

Document Checklist - Pharmacist

Complete our automated identity verification process through our mobile app.

Accepted Forms of Photo ID

What is a police check?

Professional Indemnity Insurance for Pharmacists

Accreditations. Documentations. Qualifications

What is a summary care record?

Documentation. Accreditation. Qualification

What is smoking cessation?

What is a Locum Pharmacist Smart Card?

What qualifies as a right to work document and if I am from the UK what do I need to show?

What is right-to-work documentation?

What is NMS?

Understanding Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD)

Documents. Accreditations, Qualifications

What is an MUR Accreditation?

Accreditations. Qualifications. Documentation

What is the flu jab?

Documents. Accreditations. Qualifications

Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) Service

Accreditations. CPD. Dementia Friends. Documentation.

What is dementia friends training?

What is level 2 safeguarding?

The NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS)

How to Apply for a PVG

Information you need to know about Discharge Medicine Service which will take place as of 15th February 2021

What is the Discharge Medicine Service (DMS)?

What do Pharmacists need to do in order to prepare and deliver on Pharmacy First Services (England).

The NHS Pharmacy First Service (England)

How do I apply for an Access NI?

Documents and Accreditations

This document will provide support around payment expectations, suggested actions before shift & potential useful contacts.

Payment Support

This article contains information on registering with independent pharmacies and how to get paid after you work your shift.

Independent Pharmacies - Registering and getting paid

Everything you need to know about how to register for pharmacies and getting paid after you work your shift

Locuming in different pharmacies - Registering & Getting Paid

Paris Katsionas

Getting Started with Pharmacies

Complete Boots-specific agreements, ensure required compliance documents and payment details are up to date, then wait for Boots approval before booking shifts.

How to register to work with Boots Pharmacy  (Locums)

A step-by-step guide detailing the steps required for a Marketplace Locum to request cancellation of a shift.

How to Request Cancellation of a Shift via the Website as a Locum

The Communication Hub is where employers share key information for locums: SOPs, policies, compliance requirements, training, and announcements. Check it regularly—especially before a shift—to stay up to date and compliant.

How to view a Company’s Communication Hub in the app (Locums)

What is Instant Book?
Instant Book lets you confirm a shift immediately—no approval needed. Availability is set by each employer, so you’ll only see Instant Book options where the employer…

How to use Instant Book

A step by step guide detailing how to locate and apply for Blocks via the Locate a Locum app. Covering both Optional and Mandatory Blocks.

How to find & apply for Block bookings in the app

This is a step by step guide, detailing how to search for and apply for shifts via the Locate a Locum app.

How to find & apply for shifts in the app

My Diary lets you view upcoming and past shifts, filter by status, check your monthly income, and mark availability/unavailability—all in a calendar view.

How to use the My Diary page in the app (Locums)

This guide shows how to add additional expenses directly from My Diary in the app.

How to claim mileage and other expenses

Use the app to upload compliance documents and add accreditations/skills to complete your profile. Items will be reviewed by Locate a Locum and/or the employers you work with.

How to upload documents & accreditations in the app (Locums)

How Do I Get A DBS Check?

What is rate negotiation?
Some employers let you propose a different rate for a shift. Availability is at the employer’s discretion. If negotiation isn’t enabled, you’ll only see Apply or…

How to negotiate a shift rate in the app

Control which alerts you receive via email and push—for shifts, bookings, profile reminders, and marketing—directly in the app.

How to manage notification preferences in the app (Locums)

By default, the app shows shifts for the next 30 days. Update the Start Date to look further ahead—results will cover the 30 days from your chosen date.

How to change your shift search start date

Communications Hub Guide

Update your name, contact info, address, DOB, gender, and NI number directly in the app. Email changes require password confirmation.

How to edit your personal details in the app (Locums)

Keep your professional profile up to date so employers see accurate legal status, education, and experience.

How to edit your professional details in the app (Locums)

Show employers which dispensing/computer systems you can use by selecting them in your profile.

How to select computer systems you’re familiar with (Locums)

Keep your professional registration current for compliance and booking eligibility.

How to update your registration details in the app (Locums)

This article explains how to complete your identity and Right to Work verification using the Locate a Locum mobile app. It covers what documents you need, how the automated verification…

How to Complete Your Identity & Right to Work Verification

Your Feed - what it is, how it works and how to get the most from it

Credential renewal on Locate a Locum. How it works and what to expect

How to's

Level Up Rewards Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions of all Locate a Locum promotions can be found here

Locate a Locum Promotion Terms & Conditions

Locum Promotions and Level Up Rewards

Why Have I Not Been Successful With My Application?

Please find below some frequently asked questions following our latest webinar which has been answered by our accounting partners.

Accountancy FAQ's

Should I Register as a Limited Company or Sole Trader

Breaking down barriers for work: Which pharmacies use which systems?

PMR Systems: Which pharmacies use which systems?

Everything you need to know about Mileage Rates for pharmacies and how it works.

Mileage Rates for pharmacies & how it works

Locum Cancellation policy: help and guidance

Locate a Locum Cancellation Policy: Locums

Locate a Locum's Frequently Asked Questions...

Locum FAQs

Have you filed for your self-assessment yet? Check out our latest guide to income tax and self-assessment

A Useful Guide to Income Tax Self- Assessment

Why can’t I see or book shifts on Locate a Locum, and what do I need to do?

Locate a Locum FAQs

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