Temporary and Locum Staffing Agency
In today’s fast-paced healthcare world, unexpected staffing gaps can disrupt patient care and overwhelm your team. At The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency, we specialise in connecting UK hospitals, clinics, and care homes with vetted temporary and locum professionals—nurses, doctors, allied health staff, and support workers—ready to step in at a moment’s notice. Our personalised approach means you get candidates who not only meet CQC requirements but also fit your organisation’s culture and values, ensuring seamless cover and peace of mind.
What Is Temporary and Locum Staffing?
Healthcare providers often need rapid, reliable cover when their permanent teams can’t meet demand. At The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency, our temporary and locum staffing agency services bridge those gaps with skilled, fully vetted professionals. Whether it’s unplanned absenteeism, seasonal peaks, or project‑based demands, our agency matches you with healthcare workers ready to step in—keeping your service levels high and patients safe.
Defining Temporary Healthcare Staffing
Temporary healthcare staffing, sometimes called contingent or bank staffing, involves placing qualified nurses, care assistants, therapists, or support staff on short‑term contracts. These assignments can range from a single shift to several weeks, depending on your needs. Unlike permanent hires, temporary staff bring flexibility: they’re available at short notice and can adapt to changing rosters, helping you maintain continuity of care without the long‑term commitment.
Understanding Locum Roles in the NHS and Private Sector
“Locum” traditionally refers to doctors who fill in for colleagues in the NHS or private clinics. However, in today’s evolving healthcare landscape, locum arrangements extend to allied health professionals and senior clinicians too. Locum staff provide cover for planned leave, training days, or unexpected absences—ensuring nothing interrupts your patients’ treatment plans. With The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency, you get locums who understand both NHS protocols and private‑sector expectations.
Why Choose Flexible Healthcare Staffing?
Building a resilient healthcare team means planning for the unexpected. Flexible staffing gives you access to a pool of experienced professionals whenever you need them—minimising overtime costs for your permanent workforce and reducing reliance on expensive agency block bookings. With our tailored approach, you only pay for the cover you use, and you benefit from streamlined payroll, compliance checks, and ongoing support.
Benefits of Interim and Short‑Term Cover
Cost Efficiency: Avoid hefty recruitment fees and long‑term salary commitments.
Rapid Response: Fill vacancies within hours, not weeks, so patient care never skips a beat.
Scalability: Ramp up or scale down your workforce in line with fluctuating demand or seasonal pressures.
Our Temporary Staffing Services
At The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency, we specialise in supplying temporary healthcare staff across the UK. Our extensive candidate network covers both urban and rural regions, so whether you’re a small care home in Cornwall or a large teaching hospital in London, we have the right people ready to join your team at a moment’s notice.
Nursing and Care Assistant Bank Staff
Our nursing bank includes RMNs, RGN/RNIDs, and HCAs with experience in acute care, mental health, and community settings. Each candidate undergoes thorough competency checks, so you’re guaranteed professionals who can hit the ground running.
Allied Health Professionals on Demand
From physiotherapists and occupational therapists to speech and language therapists, we connect you with AHPs who excel in rehabilitation, support discharge planning, and enhance multidisciplinary teamwork.
Administrative and Ancillary Support
Great patient care relies on seamless admin and support. Our temporary receptionists, ward clerks, porters, and domestic staff ensure your facility runs efficiently—so clinical teams can dedicate themselves fully to frontline care.
Our Locum Staffing Solutions
When your service needs experienced clinicians for planned cover or unexpected leave, rely on The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency’s locum expertise. We source doctors, specialists, and senior therapists who meet the exacting standards of NHS trusts and private practices alike.
Locum Doctors and Consultants
Whether you need a GP locum for your community practice or a consultant physician for a hospital ward, our roster includes doctors across all specialties. Each candidate holds up‑to‑date GMC registration, plus relevant UK work history.
Specialist Clinicians and Therapists
Providing cover for specialist roles such as anesthetists, radiologists, and clinical psychologists requires deep industry connections. Our recruitment consultants maintain relationships with high‑caliber professionals ready to deliver continuity of care when you need it most.
On‑call and Shift‑cover Arrangements
Emergency cover is never a problem. We offer 24/7 locum support for out‑of‑hours clinics, on‑call rotas, and critical‑care shifts. Our flexible booking system means you can arrange cover weeks in advance or secure last‑minute support in crisis situations.
The Moving Recruitment Process
Finding the right temporary or locum professional shouldn’t be complicated. At The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency, we’ve streamlined every step to save you time, reduce risk, and deliver the perfect candidate fast.
Candidate Sourcing and Screening
Our specialist consultants tap into an active network of healthcare professionals across the UK. We head‑hunt qualified nurses, doctors, Allied Health Professionals, and support staff who’ve already expressed interest in flexible roles. Each applicant completes a thorough application, detailing their qualifications, experience and availability.
Compliance, Credentials & DBS Checks
Every candidate is checked against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), holds valid professional registrations (e.g. NMC, HCPC, GMC), and provides up‑to‑date occupational health clearances. We audit references and qualifications in line with CQC standards, so you can have complete confidence in your temporary or locum staff.
Onboarding and Ongoing Support
Once you’ve selected your ideal candidate, our team handles contracts, invoicing and payroll. We assign a dedicated account manager who monitors performance, gathers feedback, and steps in should any issues arise—ensuring continuity of care and a seamless staffing experience.
Quality, Compliance & Accreditation
High‑quality care hinges on rigorous standards. As a leading temporary and locum staffing agency in the UK, The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency holds itself—and its candidates—to the highest benchmarks.
CQC Standards and Regulatory Compliance
We align our processes with Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations, ensuring every placement contributes positively to your service rating. From record‑keeping to patient confidentiality, our compliance checks cover every regulatory angle.
Continuous Professional Development
We believe in lifelong learning. That’s why every temporary and locum worker in our pool participates in ongoing professional developmentcovering clinical updates, safeguarding, and the latest in infection prevention. With our agency, you benefit not just from immediate cover, but from professionals committed to excellence.
Why The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency?
Choosing the right partner makes all the difference. Here’s why UK healthcare providers trust us as their temporary and locum staffing agency.
Proven Track Record in UK Healthcare
We’ve filled thousands of shifts across NHS trusts, private hospitals, care homes, and community clinics consistently delivering the right staff at the right time. Our repeat business rate exceeds 85%, a testament to our reliability and quality.
Dedicated Account Management
Every client receives a named account manager who becomes an extension of your team. From bespoke workforce planning to last‑minute shift cover, you have a single point of contact committed to your success.
Transparent, Competitive Pricing
No hidden fees or inflated rates. We offer clear, competitive day‑rates and shift fees, tailored to your budget and service requirements. Simply tell us your needs, and we’ll provide a detailed proposal—no surprises, just seamless service.
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How to Engage Our Temporary and Locum Staffing Agency
Getting started is simple. Here’s how you can secure top‑quality temporary and locum cover with The Moving Healthcare Recruitment Agency:
Simple Steps to Book Your First Shift
- Contact Us: Call or email our friendly team with your staffing requirements.
- Receive Candidate Profiles: Within hours, we’ll send vetted CVs and interview summaries.
- Confirm Your Picks: Approve the professionals you wish to book.
- Shift Delivered: We handle all paperwork. Your chosen staff arrive on time, fully briefed.
24/7 Support & Emergency Cover
Staffing emergencies don’t wait for office hours. Our out‑of‑hours desk operates around the clock, so you can secure locum doctors or temporary nurses at any time—weekdays, weekends, or public holidays.
