Who can see my profile?

Only verified practices, organisations and agencies using the platform. You remain in control of which locations and roles you are visible for.

Can I work across different regions in the UK?

Yes. You can add multiple preferred regions and travel radius settings, and the platform will surface relevant shifts in those areas.

What documents do I need to upload?

Typically you will need proof of identity, right-to-work, DBS, professional registration and key training certificates. The platform guides you through the required documents step by step.

How are my bookings and earnings tracked?

Your dashboard shows confirmed and past shifts, session details and estimated earnings so you can see your workload and income at a glance.

Who do I contact if there is an issue with a shift?

You can contact support through the platform if there is a problem with a booking, documents or a specific session. LocumBooking works with the practice or agency to resolve issues quickly.

For GPs & Pharmacists

Locum work that fits your life.

Q: Is it free to join as a locum?

Yes. Creating an account, setting your availability and browsing shifts is completely free for locums. There are no platform fees deducted from your rate.

Choose when and where you work, see your rota at a glance and keep all your documents in one secure place. No endless calls. No chasing.

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No fees for locums. Always see the rate, location and expectations up front.

Designed around the way locums actually work.

Whether you prefer advance planning or last-minute cover, you stay in control of your diary and your income.

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Rota & income at a glance

View confirmed sessions, provisional offers and estimated monthly earnings on your dashboard.

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Real-time shifts

Browse live sessions that match your skills and locations, with clear rates and expectations upfront.

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Documents, sorted

DBS, registration, right-to-work and certificates stored securely, with reminders before anything expires.

How it works for locums

Create your profile. Add your role, experience, locations and preferred working patterns.
Upload your documents. We verify key checks and keep everything in one secure place.
Set your availability. Mark days you’re free, travelling or not accepting offers - in a few clicks.
Receive and book shifts. Get instant offers for sessions that match your profile and confirm in seconds.

Locum calendar and availability example — A clean calendar view: confirmed sessions, offers and blocked days.

Questions locums often ask.

Is it free to join as a locum?

Yes. Creating an account, browsing shifts and managing your rota is completely free for locums.

Who sees my profile?

Only practices, organisations and agencies you choose to work with. You remain in control of your visibility.

Can I work across different regions?

Yes. Add multiple preferred locations and we’ll surface relevant opportunities as they arise.

How do I get help if I’m stuck?

Our support team is available via chat and email for document queries, bookings and profile updates.

Can I work across different primary care sectors?

Absolutely. We will go through your preference with you. If this changes at anytime, let us know

Can you organise work away from home?

Yes. We will structure workcation for you, where you want, when you want.