Overview
Locate a Locum works with various pharmacies, which means the payment processes can vary. Unlike working for an agency, as a self-employed locum pharmacist, you get paid directly by the pharmacy you work for.
LAL Pro: Streamlining Your Payments
To help you manage payments, Locate a Locum offers a professional service called LAL Pro. It's an all-in-one solution designed to make your locum life easier by:
Creating and sending invoices instantly.
Tracking unpaid invoices.
Adding expenses directly to your invoices.
Providing insights into your rates and earnings.
You can try a 14-day free trial of LAL Pro to see if it's the right fit for you. Start 14 Day Trial
Independent Pharmacies: A Quick Guide
For independent pharmacies and others not on our list, follow these general guidelines.
Before Your Shift: It's good practice to call the pharmacy to introduce yourself and confirm if there's anything you need to know about the payment process.
After Your Shift:
Leave a completed invoice in the store for the pharmacy manager to process.
You can also email your invoice details to Locate a Locum.
Check the "company notes" or "additional information" sections in the shift details for any specific payment instructions.
Payment Timeline: Most independent pharmacies typically pay within 30 working days.
Invoice Template: You can use our [locum invoice template here] or use LAL Pro to generate an invoice for you.
AIM RX .
AIM RX .
AIM RX
Before Your Shift
We recommend contacting the pharmacy before your shift to:
Introduce yourself.
Ask if they have any specific tasks for you.
Confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for invoicing AIM RX directly for the shifts you work.
1. Complete the Locum Claim Form You must complete a separate invoice for your shift.
2. Submit Your Invoice Email your completed invoice to jeri.buchanan@aimrx.co.uk.
3. Understand the Payment Schedule Invoices are submitted monthly and are paid on the 15th of the following month.
The deadline for submission is the 1st of the month for payment on the 15th of the same month.
For example, an invoice submitted on April 1st will be paid on April 15th. An invoice submitted on April 2nd will be paid on May 15th.
ALLCURES
ALLCURES
ALLCURES
Please complete your full month of shifts on one invoice template as only one invoice per month will be accepted
Please see invoice template here.
All invoices must be submitted to locums@allcures.com by the 5th. Payment will be made by the end of the month following the shift date.
All locums invoices or payment queries are to be sent to locums@allcures.com
No travel costs will be paid as of the 14th of July unless previously agreed.
ALEXANDERS PHARMACY LTD
ALEXANDERS PHARMACY LTD
ALEXANDERS PHARMACY LTD
BACs. Invoices to be sent to alexanderspharmacy@yahoo.co.uk by the end of the month for processing
ALLIED PHARMACIES
ALLIED PHARMACIES
ALLIED PHARMACIES
Before Your Shift
Before you begin your shift, we recommend you contact the pharmacy directly to:
Introduce yourself.
Ask if there are any specific tasks you need to complete.
Confirm you are set up to work with them.
Registration and Invoice Submission
Allied Pharmacies uses the Locumbay platform for locum management and payments.
1. Register with Locumbay To register, please visit the Locumbay website.
If you have any difficulties, contact their team directly at
0777 3338877 or admin@locumbay.com. Locate a Locum does not have access to this system.
2. Submit Your Invoice You must upload your invoices to the Locumbay platform by the 7th of each month to ensure you are paid in the same month. If the 7th falls on a weekend, you must upload your invoice on the last working day before it.
Payment Schedule
Payments are made once a month, on the 15th of each month.
ASDA
ASDA
ASDA
Registration and Approval
To work as a locum for Asda, you must first qualify on the Locate a Locum platform by:
Updating your company agreement:
Navigate to the 'Companies' tab on the main navigation panel.
Find the 'Asda' profile and click 'View Profile'.
Go to the 'My Asda' category and answer the questions regarding any conflicts of interest and your previous employment history with Asda.
Completing your compliance documents:
Go to 'View Profile' under your name in the top-right corner.
Navigate to the 'Compliance Documents' tab.
Upload all mandatory documents, such as your Right to Work, and any specific documents required by Asda.
Uploading Declarations: You must download, complete, and upload the Asda Pharmacy Declaration and Vaccine Declaration to your profile.
[Download the 2025 ASDA Pharmacy Declaration]
[Download the 2025 ASDA Vaccination Declaration]
Once your profile is fully updated, it will be submitted to the Asda team for approval.
Getting Paid
Asda processes payments weekly, in line with their payment terms and conditions.
Payment Timeline: Payments are processed at the beginning of each week, and you can expect to receive the payment on Friday of the same week.
No Invoice Needed: You do not need to submit an invoice. As long as your bank details are up to date on your profile, Asda can process your payment.
Contact: If you have any questions about your payment or expenses, you should contact the Asda team directly at CLBTeam@asda.co.uk.
ASCENT WELLFIELD LTD
ASCENT WELLFIELD LTD
ASCENT WELLFIELD LTD
You do not need to leave an invoice, as long as your bank details are updated on your profile Ascent can pay you.
Payments will be made on 15th of the following month - ie shift worked in March payment will be made by 15th April
AVICENNA
AVICENNA
AVICENNA
Payments are made weekly on Fridays - you do not need to leave an invoice, as long as your bank details are updated on your profile Avicenna can pay you.
BADHAM
BADHAM
BADHAM
Payment ill be processed via BACS within 30 days. You must fill in this invoice template here and send back to accounts@badhampharmacy.co.uk
BOOTS
BOOTS
BOOTS
Before Your Shift
Before working a shift, you must be properly registered and prepared.
Ex-Employees: If you are a former Boots employee, you cannot work as a locum for the company until six months after your last day of employment.
England-Specific Requirements:
You must be able to provide DMS (Discharge Medicine Service) and CPCS.
You must be registered on the DBS update service.
Your smartcard must have both Locum and SCR access.
Flu Jab Accreditation: Flu jab accreditation may be required.
Store Check-in
You will not be paid by Boots unless you complete the proper check-in and check-out procedure.
Vendor Number and Payment Account
Vendor Number: Your vendor number is sent directly to you by Boots via email. Locate a Locum is not involved in this process.
Payment Account Status: For updates on your payment account status, you must contact Boots directly at sapvendormaintenance@boots.co.uk. Please be aware that this process can take up to three weeks.
Updating Your Account: Once your payment account is set up, you can amend your details using the [Locum Pharmacist Amendment Form]. You will need your Boots vendor number to do this.
Claiming for Payment
Keep Your Details Updated: Your bank details must be up to date on both your Locate a Locum profile and your SAP Vendor account. If your SAP Vendor account is not active, Boots will not be able to pay you.
Payment Schedule: Payments are generally made within 14 days of your shift.
Payroll is processed every Tuesday.
You will receive your payslip on Wednesday.
Payment is made on Friday.
Vaccination Services (England)
If you are a locum pharmacist providing the NHS England Pharmacy Influenza Vaccination PGD in a Boots store:
Complete the Practitioner declaration on the PGD.
Sign a copy of the PGD at each store where you work.
Take evidence of your training and additional requirements to each store.
Show the evidence to the Authorising Manager (Store Manager or Area Manager).
The Authorising Manager must 'sign you off' as competent.
Leave a copy of your Declaration of Competence in the store, attached to the signed PGD.
Once these steps are complete, you can begin vaccinating.
CASTLEFORD PHARMACY
CASTLEFORD PHARMACY
CASTLEFORD PHARMACY
Please fill in invoice template here.
If you have worked multiple shifts in one month please add all shifts onto the same invoice and send by end of the month. Payment will be made at the latest 10th of the following month.
Invoices to be sent to castleford.pharmacy@hotmail.com
CLEAR PHARMACY
CLEAR PHARMACY
CLEAR PHARMACY
Please view payment instructions here - Clear Pharmacy Locum welcome letter
The above letter details the contact email for the relevant areas, please ensure you use the correct one.
You should send the following invoice template / expense template (if expenses were agreed) after each shift.
Invoices for
Payments are made within 14-30 days
CLOCKWORK PHARMACY LIMITED
CLOCKWORK PHARMACY LIMITED
CLOCKWORK PHARMACY
Please fill in this invoice template and return to finance@clockworkpharmacy.com. Please ensure a separate invoice is produce for each branch.
COHENS
COHENS
COHENS
Before Your Shift
Before you begin your shift, we recommend you contact the pharmacy directly to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work.
To work with Cohens, you must register for a MyCohens account. This is a crucial step for both registration and payment.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you will be paid directly by Cohens.
Payment Method: Payments are processed via BACS.
Payment Timeline: You will be paid within 30 days of your shift.
DAYCHEM
DAYCHEM
DAYCHEM
Before Your Shift
We recommend that you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for sending your invoice directly to Daychem to get paid for your shift.
How to submit your invoice: Email your invoice to rjrchem@outlook.com.
Payment timeline: Invoices are paid within 10-11 working days of the month following your shift.
DAY LEWIS
DAY LEWIS
DAY LEWIS
Before Your Shift
Before working with Day Lewis, you should:
Update your Locate a Locum profile. Ensure your bank details and all relevant accreditations are current.
Review the Terms and Conditions for your job role and the Day Lewis Locum SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
Obtain Level 3 Safeguarding certification for vulnerable adults and children. This training is required for all clinical staff who may contribute to assessing, planning, and intervening with the health needs of vulnerable individuals.
Bring a locum-enabled Smartcard with you to the pharmacy.
After Your Shift: Getting Paid
To ensure you get paid promptly, follow these steps after your shift:
Complete the Locum Claim Form. This is required for all locum dispensers. Do not complete or save the form online; you must download it first. The online version is cloud-based and will save your information, which is a security risk.
Submit your claim form and any proof of expenses to locumco-ordinators@daylewisplc.co.uk as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours.
Payment Information
Payment Method: Payments are made via BACS to the bank details on your Locate a Locum profile.
Payment Timeline:
First payment run: processed on the 15th of each month, with funds received by the 17th (processing date + 2 working days).
Second payment run: processed on the last working day of each month, with funds received within two working days.
If the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, processing will move one or two days earlier.
Expenses:
Pharmacists: Expenses are only paid if they were agreed upon at the time of booking.
Dispensers: Expenses are paid up to a maximum of £15, and proof of the expense must be sent with your claim form.
DEARS PHARMACY
DEARS PHARMACY
DEARS PHARMACY
After your shift - Getting Paid
You do not need to leave an invoice, as long as your bank details are updated on your profile Dears can pay you.
Payment Terms: Twice Monthly - Middle of month & End of Month
eg- any shifts that you worked in the first couple of weeks of December will be paid by 30 December. Any shifts worked in the last couple of weeks of December will be paid in the middle of January.
Should you have any queries regarding the payment, can you please email office@dearspharmacy.co.uk
ENIMED LTD PHARMACY
ENIMED LTD PHARMACY
ENIMED LTD PHARMACY
Before Your Shift
We recommend you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for invoicing Enimed Ltd directly for the shifts you work.
Use the Invoice Template: Use the specified Invoice template here to create your invoice.
Submit Your Invoice: Email your completed invoice to PAYROLL@ENIMED.CO.UK.
F A Strange Chemist
F A Strange Chemist
F A Strange Chemist
Invoices must be sent to muthulingasarma.chandramohan@nhs.net or fastrangechemist@hotmail.co.uk. Locums must also complete a locum engagement form which is kept in the pharmacy
HOLLOWOOD CHEMISTS GROUP
HOLLOWOOD CHEMISTS GROUP
HOLLOWOOD CHEMISTS GROUP
Please download/complete the following claim form here and email to
joanne@hollowood-chemists.co.uk
Please make sure to have your invoices sent before the end of the month, Invoices are sent to finance within the first 10 days of the following month, with payment processed / received a few days after that, usually around the middle of that month.
JARDINES
JARDINES
Before Your Shift
We recommend you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for submitting a claim form directly to Jardines.
Complete and submit a claim form. Download and fill out the form, then email it to accounts3@jardinesuk.com.
Payment timeline. Your payment for shifts will be processed and paid within the first two weeks of the following month.
KNIGHTS
KNIGHTS
KNIGHTS
You MUST fill in this invoice template and email to kate.williams@knightspharmacy.co.uk and finance.midlands@knightspharmacy.co.uk
LOS PHARMACY
LOS PHARMACY
LOS PHARMACY
Before Your Shift
We recommend you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
To receive payment, you must first be added to the LOS Pharmacy locum payment portal.
Request Access to the Portal: Email locum.coordinator@lospharmacy.co.uk to be added to the portal.
Submit Your Claim: Once you have access, submit your claim for payment through the portal.
Understand the Payment Schedule: There are two claim submission deadlines each month: the 15th and the 30th. Payment is processed approximately two weeks after each of these cut-off dates.
MEDICARE (NI)
MEDICARE (NI)
MEDICARE (NI)
Please leave an invoice in store after your shift, payments are generally made within 14-30 days.
MEJ HINGLEY & CO LTD
MEJ HINGLEY & CO LTD
MEJ HINGLEY & CO LTD
All invoices MUST be sent to jane.hingley@hotmail.com and please copy in clairemorris0508@btinternet.com when sending your invoice.
Template for Pharmacists here
Template for Dispensers here
Payments should be made within 30 days.
MICHAEL FRANKLIN (CHEMISTS) LIMITED
MICHAEL FRANKLIN (CHEMISTS) LIMITED
MICHAEL FRANKLIN (CHEMISTS) LIMITED
Please email an invoice to anita@mfranklin.co.uk after your shift. Payments should be made within 30days.
MILZPILZ
MILZPILZ
MILZPILZ
Before Your Shift
We recommend that you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for invoicing Milz Pilz directly for the shifts you work.
Submit Your Invoice: After your shift, email your invoice to villagepharmacy.fulbourn@nhs.net.
Payment Timeline: Payments are made within 30 days of receiving the invoice.
Morrisons
Morrisons
Registration
To register to work with Morrisons, you will be directed to their landing page, which is managed by a third-party platform called Venloc. On this page, you must:
Answer the pre-registration questions.
Complete the registration form with your personal details, professional information, and GPhC registration number.
Verify your email address.
Review and accept the company agreements.
Fill in the mandatory sections of your locum profile: 'Professional Details,' 'Compliance Documents,' and 'Payment Details.'
Once you complete your profile, a member of the Morrisons team will review and approve your details.
Once you receive your invitation to register to work with Morrisons you’ll be directed to the Morrisons landing page, also accessible here
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for invoicing Morrisons directly for the shifts you work.
How to submit an invoice: After you complete a shift, you will need to send an invoice to Morrisons. The specific process is often managed through the Venloc platform, and in some cases, you may be required to send the invoice directly to your consultant.
Payment Timeline: Payments are typically processed via the Venloc system. The exact timeline can vary, but you should expect payments to be made to your bank account after your invoice has been submitted and approved.
NORTH MEOLS PHARMACY LTD
NORTH MEOLS PHARMACY LTD
NORTH MEOLS PHARMACY LTD
You MUST fill in the 4 attachments below and email to:
Invoices received before 25th of each month will be paid on the last working day of that month. Invoices received after 25th will be paid by the end of the second week of the following month.
OCTAVIAN HEALTHCARE LIMITED
OCTAVIAN HEALTHCARE LIMITED
OCTAVIAN HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Bank transfer. Invoices to be sent to sdosanjh@octavianhealthcare.co.uk
PAYDENS
PAYDENS
PAYDENS
Before Your Shift: Pharmacist Requirements
Before working a shift, you must ensure you meet the following requirements and complete the necessary forms.
Bank Details: You must complete the bank details form, which is only required after your first shift.
Identification & Right to Work: You must have confirmed identification and the right to work in the UK.
GPhC Registration & Insurance: You must be currently registered with the GPhC and have professional indemnity insurance.
Smartcard: You need a multi-site F smartcard with access to the National Care Service.
Safeguarding: You must have a Level 2 certificate in Adult Safeguarding and Children Safeguarding, as well as a Level 3 Safeguarding certificate, all completed within the past two years.
Training & Accreditation: You must have completed the following:
Data Security and Protection training within the past 12 months.
Pharmacy First and Clinical Protocol Docusign.
CPPE Competency Assessment Tool Docusign.
Contraception Service Tier 2 Docusign.
CPPE training package for Discharge Medicines Service.
CPPE training package for NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service.
CPPE training package for Emergency Contraception.
Service Specifications: You must have read the service specifications for the Hypertension Case Finding Service and the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service, as well as the NICE guidelines on diagnosing and managing Hypertension in adults.
After your shift, you must complete a claim form and email it to charlotte.long@paydens.com.
Getting Paid
Paydens has a specific payment schedule for hours, expenses, and services.
Shift Payments
Payments for hours worked are processed automatically on Mondays. Remittance advice is sent on Wednesday evenings, and the payment should be in your account on the Friday of that week.
Breaks
If a pharmacy physically closes for lunch, the break is unpaid.
If two pharmacists are on site, there is an unpaid one-hour lunch break for each.
If you are the sole pharmacist on duty, your break will be paid for, provided you remain on the premises and are available to staff if needed. Payments are not made for breaks if you leave the premises.
Shift Expenses
Payment Schedule: Expenses are paid in the last payment of each month (the last Friday of each month).
Submission: You must submit your expenses on the new invoice form. All public transport and parking must have supporting evidence, and all mileage must be specified.
Time Limit: All expense claims must be made within three months of the shift. Paydens reserves the right to refuse claims submitted after this time.
Important Notes: Travel time is not paid, and taxis will not be reimbursed without prior agreement.
Services
Any services you complete are paid in a separate payment run by the 15th of the month. This payment is made directly into your bank account. It is your responsibility to ensure the service is correctly recorded so it can be claimed from the NHS.
PEAK
PEAK
PEAK
Before Your Shift
Before you begin your shift, we recommend you contact the pharmacy directly to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work.
You must ensure your Locate a Locum profile is fully updated with the following documents and information:
Bank Details: Your bank details must be up to date on your profile.
Photographic ID: A copy of your passport or driving license. If you upload a UK passport, you may also need to provide right-to-work documents.
DBS: Your DBS must be dated within the last two years (if a hard copy) or you must provide details for the update service with the certificate number.
Indemnity Insurance: A current indemnity insurance policy certificate that covers locum work.
Repeat Dispensing Certificate: A copy of your Repeat Dispensing Certificate.
Safeguarding: A minimum of Level 2 Safeguarding for both adults and children. If it is a CPPE certificate, it must be dated within the last two years. If it is from e-Learning for Health, it can be within the last three years.
Dispensers: Locum dispensers must have 12-24 months of previous qualified experience to work with PCT.
Getting Paid
Unlike many other pharmacies, you do not need to submit an invoice to PEAK. As long as your bank details are updated on your profile, payments are processed automatically.
Payment Timeline: Payments are typically processed within 30 days of the shift completion.
Rowlands
Rowlands
Before Your Shift
Before you begin your shift, we recommend you contact the pharmacy directly to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
England-Specific Requirements
To complete your registration, you must send the following forms and documents to locumdocuments@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk:
Forms:
Locum Agreement
New Account Amend Form
Accreditations:
Medicines Use Review
New Medicine Service
Smart Card
Safeguarding Level 2
Dementia Friends
Flu Jab (if applicable)
Summary Care Record
You will receive an email with instructions for completing MediPAC and PilPouch training, which is done in the branch during your shift. Once complete, you must sign the declaration and email it along with the certificates to resourceplanning@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk.
Scotland-Specific Requirements
Please send the forms below to compliance@locatealocum.com:
Locum Agreement
New Account Amend Form
The following accreditations are also required:
Smoking Cessation
PCR (Pharmacy Care Records) - this is part of Pharmacy First
Yellow Card
Pharmacy First Training - [Complete this training here]
Once you have completed Pharmacy First training, send your declaration to resourceplanning@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk.
Getting Paid
Important Note: As of May 10th, 2021, Rowlands transitioned to a new automated system called "Webexpenses" for processing claims.
[Click here for a document to help you with the Webexpenses system]
For shifts completed after this date, please use the new system. For any older shifts, you may need to use the old process below.
Submit a Claim: Email a Self-Employed Claim Form to locumpayments@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk or statements@rowlandspharmacy.co.uk.
Payment Timeline: Payments are processed on the Tuesday following the payroll cut-off on Friday. Payment turnaround is typically 10-14 days.
RYBURN PHARMACY (RIPPONDEN) LTD
RYBURN PHARMACY (RIPPONDEN) LTD
RYBURN PHARMACY (RIPPONDEN) LTD
Invoice to be left in store after your shift. Payment is usually made within 14 days
SUPERDRUG
SUPERDRUG
SUPERDRUG
Before Your Shift
Before working a shift with Superdrug, you must ensure your Locate a Locum profile is up to date with the following:
Ex-Employees: If you are a former Superdrug employee, you cannot locum for the company until six months after your last day of employment.
England-Specific Requirements:
You must be able to provide DMS (Discharge Medicine Service) and CPCS.
Your Smartcard must have Locum and SCR (Summary Care Record) access.
All Locums:
You must have an enhanced DBS or PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) certificate dated within the last three years, or be registered on the DBS update service.
You must have completed Level 2 Safeguarding training.
You must have eligibility to work in the UK.
Flu Vaccination:
You may be required to have accreditation to provide flu vaccination services. This includes BLS (Basic Life Support) and vaccination training, and a declaration of competence. These documents must be uploaded to the accreditations section of your profile.
SOPs: You must read and understand the Superdrug SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) relevant to your role.
Note: You must keep all compliance documents and accreditations updated on your Locate a Locum profile. Failure to do so could result in the cancellation of future bookings.
Store Check-in
When you first arrive at the store, introduce yourself to the management team. They will explain the process for signing in and out.
Getting Paid
Payment is authorized by the store management team after your shift has been completed.
Timeline: Please allow a full week for the payment to be made into your bank account.
Vaccination Services
NHS England Pharmacy Influenza Vaccination PGD:
You must complete the Practitioner declaration on the PGD.
You must sign a copy of the PGD at each pharmacy where you work, ensuring it is the version signed by the Superdrug Pharmacy Superintendent.
Superdrug Private Influenza Service:
You will be unable to provide this service unless you have completed Superdrug's internal training via SmarterU. If you wish to provide this service, please contact the Pharmacy Manager.
SUTTON CHASE (KAMSONS365)
SUTTON CHASE (KAMSONS365)
SUTTON CHASE (KAMSONS365)
Before Your Shift
We recommend you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
As a self-employed locum, you are responsible for submitting a claim form directly to Sutton Chase for each shift you work.
Submit Your Claim: You must complete a claim form and email it to accounts@suttonchase.co.uk after each shift.
Payment Timeline: Payments are typically made within 14-30 days of your claim.
TESCO
TESCO
TESCO
Dispensers:
Locum dispensers must provide the following information in store for payment to be processed. Contact details: name, address, dob, and bank details when in the store.
Pharmacists:
Locums need to register in Autologxy to work at Tesco. To do this they would use the below link to start the process:
The locum would then be sent details to log in and complete registration using the below link:
On completing registration, Tesco will review the application including the submitted documents. If these meet the requirements, the locum will be approved and be given access to the scheduling tool, Planbition.
**Payments will not be made unless registration has been completed**
What is required for registration with Tesco?
GPhC Registration
It is a legal requirement for pharmacists practising in Great Britain to be registered with the GPhC. Information required:
• GPhC registration number
• Name of locum as it appears on the GPhC register
DBS (Disclosure Barring Service)/PVG - Scotland (Protecting Vulnerable Adults) Check
An Enhanced DBS/PVG Check is required for all pharmacists as they work in regulated activity with and provide services to vulnerable adults and young children.
Information required:
• 12-digit certificate number
• Date the check was completed
• Upload a copy of the certificate.
Right To Work (RTW)
Information required:
• Upload a copy of UK Passport or
• Upload a copy of Birth Certificate and NI Number or
• Upload a copy of Timebound document e.g. a visa with expiry date
A physical check of the documentation uploaded as proof of RTW will be completed by the employee pharmacist prior to/on first shift. Locums that fail this physical check will be removed from the shift booking system until resolved.
Locum Agreement Form (LAF)
This is the contract between Tesco and the Locum and details the terms and conditions of the engagement.
Information required:
An e-signature from the locum will be required to accept this agreement.
Tesco Man Number
A Man Number is required to make payments to locums for shifts worked at Tesco. Information required:
• Man Number (this can be found on your payslip)
IR35
From April 2021, HMRC are introducing changes to the current IR35 rules which means all large businesses including Tesco will be required to assess the employment status of PSC (Personal Services Company) locum Pharmacists before engaging the locum Pharmacist.
Information required:
• PSC Name through which you provide services to Tesco
• PSC registration number
THE HUB PHARMACY
THE HUB PHARMACY
THE HUB PHARMACY
Before Your Shift
Before you begin your shift, we recommend you contact the pharmacy directly to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
You are responsible for submitting a claim form directly to The Hub Pharmacy/Allcures for payment.
How to submit a claim: You must complete a claim form and email it to locums@allcures.com after each shift. Claim form
Payment Timeline: Payments are typically made within 14–30 days of submitting your claim.
Note: Recent reports from various locum agencies and pharmacists suggest that Allcures has faced issues with timely payments. While Locate a Locum is not involved in the payment process, we are here to support you if you experience any issues.
TOUCHWOOD PHARMACY
TOUCHWOOD PHARMACY
TOUCHWOOD PHARMACY
Before Your Shift
We recommend you contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask about specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work with them.
Getting Paid
You are responsible for submitting a claim for payment after each shift you work at a Touchwood Pharmacy.
Submit Your Claim: You must complete a claim form online to get paid after each shift.
Payment Timeline: You are typically paid within 14-30 days of submitting your claim.
TOWER PHARMACY LTD
TOWER PHARMACY LTD
TOWER PHARMACY LTD
Locum invoices MUST be emailed to nayyara.panchoo@nhs.net after your shift. Payment will be made within 30 days.
Locums MUST also have proof of right to work to be sent along with the invoice
TRIPLESAVE (CHEMISTS) LTD
TRIPLESAVE (CHEMISTS) LTD
TRIPLESAVE (CHEMISTS) LTD
Invoices to be sent to hemalpatel571@hotmail.com - payments will be made at the end of the month.
WELDRICKS
WELDRICKS
WELDRICKS
Payments will be processed via BACS within 30 days - you do not need to leave an invoice, as long as your bank details are updated on your Locate a Locum profile Weldricks can pay you.
WELL
WELL
WELL
Before You Apply for Shifts
To register with Well Pharmacy, you must first complete the Well company section on your profile. You'll need to answer two questions and upload the following documents:
Police Check: A valid DBS, PVG, or Access NI check, or proof of registration on the DBS Update Service.
Insurance: A document showing your professional indemnity insurance cover period.
Identification: A form of photographic ID.
Right to Work: Your right to work in the UK documents.
Scotland only: A smoking cessation certificate.
Well Pharmacy can take up to two weeks to approve your profile on their system. Please ensure your bank details are also updated on your Locate a Locum profile.
Getting Paid
Unlike some other pharmacies, you do not need to submit an invoice directly to Well Pharmacy for payment. Payments are handled automatically as long as your profile details are up to date.
Payment Timeline: Payments are typically processed within 30 days of the shift completion.
WHITEROSE PHARMACY (ROSEMEAD)
WHITEROSE PHARMACY (ROSEMEAD)
WHITEROSE PHARMACY (ROSEMEAD)
Before Your Shift
It's a good practice to contact the pharmacy before your shift to introduce yourself, ask if they have any specific tasks, and confirm that you are set up to work.
Registration and Getting Paid
To get registered and paid by Whiterose Pharmacy, you must follow a specific monthly process.
Complete a Claim Template: You must complete a claim template that includes all dates you are scheduled to work during the month.
Submit Your Claim: Send the completed template to ganatrat@hotmail.com between the 23rd and 29th of each month.