https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/GP, practice nurse and pharmacy locum preparation, hiring checklists and career advice from FindALocum.en-GBSat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/gp-locum-agencies-compared/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/gp-locum-agencies-compared/Compare how UK practices find locum GPs, pharmacists and nurses: agencies, platforms, local banks and FindALocum’s flat daily fee, with the questions to ask each one.GP practiceFri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/gp-reimbursement-scheme-locum-sessions/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/gp-reimbursement-scheme-locum-sessions/From 1 October 2026, GMS practices in England can claim up to £78.41 an hour towards extra locum GP sessions under the GP Reimbursement Scheme. Who qualifies and how to claim.GP practiceFri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/covering-arrs-staff-on-leave/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/covering-arrs-staff-on-leave/How a PCN can cover an ARRS clinical pharmacist, pharmacy technician or nurse on sickness or parental leave in 2026/27, and what it can reclaim for the cover.GP practiceThu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-gp-locum-carbon-footprint/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-gp-locum-carbon-footprint/How much carbon a locum GP’s commute produces, when remote sessions reduce it, and how to plan a lower-travel mix of remote and on-site work.GP locumsThu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-locum-cover-carbon-footprint/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-locum-cover-carbon-footprint/When remote locum sessions cut travel emissions, when they do not, and how to record the saving honestly in your practice or PCN green plan. Free estimate sheet.GP practiceThu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-gp-onboarding-checklist/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-gp-onboarding-checklist/Plan a remote locum GP session with clear duties, approved equipment, individual access, on-site support, downtime arrangements and handover.GP locumsThu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pcn-pharmacist-jobs-guide/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pcn-pharmacist-jobs-guide/What PCN clinical pharmacist roles involve in 2026/27: ARRS responsibilities, the 18-month training pathway, prescribing, remote work and where locum sessions fit.GP practiceThu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-pension-forms-practices/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-pension-forms-practices/What practices need to do when a locum GP pensions their work in 2026/27: the 14.38% employer contribution, Locum A approval on PCSE Online and the 10-week deadline.GP practiceThu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/practice-nurse-cover-checklist/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/practice-nurse-cover-checklist/Prepare to book a locum practice nurse with an editable brief covering clinics, relevant skills, registration, induction, equipment and local support.Practice nursingThu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-cover-parental-sickness-leave-reimbursement/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-cover-parental-sickness-leave-reimbursement/What NHS England reimburses towards locum cover when a GP is on maternity, paternity, adoption or sickness leave in 2026/27: the weekly maximums and the conditions.GP practiceThu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/arrs-locums-2026-27/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/arrs-locums-2026-27/What the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme covers in 2026/27: GPs, pharmacists and nurses, the six-month rule, agency supply and when temporary cover can be claimed.GP practiceThu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pharmacy-technician-salary-uk/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pharmacy-technician-salary-uk/See verified NHS England 2026/27 Band 4, 5 and 6 pay ranges and learn how to compare pharmacy technician salaries, part-time hours and locum rates.Pharmacy techniciansThu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/how-much-does-a-locum-gp-cost/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/how-much-does-a-locum-gp-cost/What a locum GP really costs your practice: the sessional rate, paid hours, NHS pension employer contribution, expenses, agency fees and VAT. Free cost worksheet.GP practiceThu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/gp-locum-cover-brief-template/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/gp-locum-cover-brief-template/Prepare a clear locum GP request with a reusable text template covering dates, workload, clinical systems, support, pay and booking confirmation.GP practiceThu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-first-session-checklist/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-first-session-checklist/Prepare for a first locum GP session: agree the workload, confirm checks and access, meet the practice team and arrange payment and handover.GP locumsThu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-gp-jobs-uk/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-gp-jobs-uk/A guide to remote GP jobs: the kinds of remote work on offer, the registration and checks employers ask for, working from home safely and how to judge an advert.GP locumsThu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-clinical-pharmacist-inhaler-reviews/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-clinical-pharmacist-inhaler-reviews/Inhalers make up about 3% of the NHS carbon footprint. How practices can plan remote clinical pharmacist sessions for respiratory medication reviews, in line with NICE.GP practiceThu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-pharmacist-jobs-uk/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-pharmacist-jobs-uk/A guide to remote pharmacist jobs: how to assess adverts, explain your experience and check registration, working location, induction and pay.GP practiceThu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-checks-for-practices/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-checks-for-practices/The checks a GP practice needs before a locum GP starts: GMC registration, performers list, indemnity and CQC Schedule 3 information. Free record template.GP practiceThu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-pharmacist-induction-checklist/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/remote-pharmacist-induction-checklist/Prepare a remote pharmacist for GP-practice sessions: individual system access, agreed tasks, clinical support, contingency plans and clear handover.GP practiceThu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pharmacy-technician-interview-questions/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pharmacy-technician-interview-questions/Prepare for a pharmacy technician interview with original practice questions, honest work examples, document checks and useful questions for the employer.Pharmacy techniciansThu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/hospital-pharmacist-interview-questions/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/hospital-pharmacist-interview-questions/Prepare for a hospital pharmacist interview with original practice questions, a checklist and advice on explaining your experience and learning needs.Hospital pharmacyThu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pharmacy-technician-vs-pharmacist/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/pharmacy-technician-vs-pharmacist/Compare pharmacy technician and pharmacist training, registration and responsibilities, including Northern Ireland and choosing the right pharmacy role.Pharmacy techniciansThu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://findalocum.co.uk/blog/community-to-hospital-pharmacist/https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/community-to-hospital-pharmacist/Considering a move from community to hospital pharmacy? Map your experience, assess job requirements and ask about induction, training and clinical support.Hospital pharmacyThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT