FINDALOCUM - LOCUM GP PRE-START CHECKS RECORD (FOR PRACTICES)
Version: 1.0 | Prepared: 9 October 2026
Accompanying guide:
https://findalocum.co.uk/blog/locum-gp-checks-for-practices/

Save one copy per locum GP. This is a record-keeping aid, not legal advice or
a substitute for your practice's recruitment policy.
Completing this record does not confirm a booking or certify that anyone is
suitable for the work.
Keep patient-identifiable information out. Do not paste identity documents,
certificates or health information into this file: record where the evidence
is held under your data protection policy.

Record owner (practice manager or delegate):
Status (in progress / complete / re-check due):
Locum GP name:
Booked directly or through (agency / platform name):
First session date:

1. THE FOUR CORE CHECKS (CQC GP mythbuster 50)
Check                         | Result | Checked by | Date | Evidence held at
Is a GP                        |        |            |      |
GMC registration and licence   |        |            |      |
GP Register entry              |        |            |      |
Conditions or undertakings     |        |            |      |
Performers list (country: ___) |        |            |      |
Professional indemnity         |        |            |      |

Indemnity notes: NHS core work in England is covered by CNSGP for incidents
from 1 April 2019. Record the locum's own cover for any work outside the NHS
contract. Wales has a separate scheme.

2. SCHEDULE 3 INFORMATION (REGULATION 19)
Item                                      | Result | Checked by | Date | Held at
Proof of identity with recent photograph   |        |            |      |
Conduct in previous health/social care work|        |            |      |
Relevant qualifications                    |        |            |      |
Full employment history and gaps explained |        |            |      |
Other items your policy requires           |        |            |      |

3. IF BOOKED THROUGH AN AGENCY
Checks the agency confirms it has completed (in writing):
Date of the agency's confirmation:
How the agency will provide the evidence if CQC asks:
Copies the practice has asked to see before accepting:
Owner:
Status:

4. RE-CHECKS
Re-check point set by your policy (for example, each new block of sessions):
Date | GMC checked | Performers list checked | Checked by | Status


5. OPEN ITEMS
Item | Responsible person | Next action | Due date | Status


Do not start work that depends on an outstanding check. FindALocum introduces
locums; agree in writing which checks each side completes before the first
session. Checks and responsibilities:
https://findalocum.co.uk/trust/

Official sources linked by the accompanying guide; check their current guidance:
CQC - GP mythbuster 50, GP locums:
https://www.cqc.org.uk/guidance-regulation/gps/gp-mythbusters/gp-mythbuster-50-gp-locums
NHS England - Performers List search:
https://www.performer.england.nhs.uk/
NHS Resolution - Clinical Negligence Scheme for General Practice:
https://resolution.nhs.uk/services/claims-management/clinical-schemes/general-practice/clinical-negligence-scheme-for-general-practice/