About Locum Tenens

Real people. Real care. Real results.

Who We Are

Locum Tenens is a healthcare recruitment agency founded and led by medical professionals. We bring decades of clinical and recruitment experience to help healthcare organisations stay fully staffed and supported—while giving clinicians opportunities to thrive.

We were created out of the real challenges seen on the frontline—staff shortages, burned-out teams, and the strain on delivering consistent patient care. That’s why we go beyond simply filling roles. We build long-term partnerships with NHS and private sector clients to ensure every placement meets the highest standard of care and compliance.

With over 20 years of experience providing locum and permanent staff across the UK, our team understands what makes a great match. We’re made up of doctors, nurses, compliance officers, and recruitment professionals—working together with one goal: to empower clinicians and strengthen the health system.

What We Do

Our team have experience working in various hospital and community specialities and will source out the right candidates with the right skills to satisfactorily fill the required need. We support our locums with further training to equip them with the right tools in order to provide exceptional clinical care. Whether you’re a public or private healthcare organisation looking for a part time or permanent clinician you can rely on Locum Tenens for your full-service staffing partnership.

Our Purpose

We exist to connect healthcare professionals with fulfilling opportunities, while supporting our clients with safe, reliable staffing solutions that truly make a difference.

Our Vision

To create a healthcare system where every shift is filled by a qualified, compassionate professional—ensuring patients always receive the care they deserve.

Our Mission

To be the most trusted healthcare locum provider in the UK and beyond, delivering exceptional recruitment services that empower clinicians and support healthcare organisations.

What Makes Locum Tenens Different

At Locum Tenens, we don’t just match CVs to vacancies—we deliver meaningful staffing solutions backed by experience, empathy, and clinical insight.

Being clinician-led gives us a unique perspective on recruitment. We know what works in real-life healthcare environments, and we use that knowledge to ensure our candidates are prepared, compliant, and confident from day one.

Why We’re the Preferred Partner:

  • Clinician-led team with 20+ years of experience
  • Exceeding NHS Framework and CQC compliance standards
  • Nationwide and international staffing reach
  • Ongoing candidate training & development
  • Personalized support for both clients and candidates
  • 24/7 availability for urgent cover
  • Transparent, competitive pricing
  • Strong loyalty and retention through candidate-first culture

Locum Tenens Specialities

We provide staffing across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical roles, including:

Doctors (Hospital & Community)

Paediatricians

Psychologists & Psychiatry Nurses

Nurses (Adult & Paediatric)

Phlebotomists

Paramedics & Emergency Practitioners

Therapists (Physio, Mental Health, etc.)

Radiographers & Dieticians

Healthcare Assistants & Social Workers

Midwives & Obstetrics Staff

Physician Associates

Pharmacists & Clinical Pharmacists

Dentists & Dental Nurses

Locum Tenens Cares

We are passionate about supporting community projects making regular donations to charities. We strongly believe in using our presence in the industry to give something back. We are conscious of environmental challenges so are commited to support tree planting initiatives in local boroughs.

Ready to Work Together?

Whether you’re a healthcare professional looking for your next opportunity or a provider in need of exceptional staff—Locum Tenens is here to help.

Let’s connect and build something better for healthcare.

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