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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

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)

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

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

How to claim mileage and other expenses

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)

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)

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

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)

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

Keep your professional registration current for compliance and booking eligibility.

How to update your registration 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)

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)

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

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