How quickly can SHR Group fill an emergency locum GP vacancy?
For emergency locum GP cover, we aim to confirm a fully verified candidate within the hour during business hours. Our active network of pre-compliant GPs means same-day cover is our standard, not our best case.
Do we need to go through a tender process to use SHR Group?
No. SHR Group is an approved supplier on NHS procurement frameworks, which means your organisation can access our staffing services without running a separate tender process — significantly reducing your procurement risk and administrative burden.
What compliance checks do you carry out before placing a clinician?
Every clinician has verified GMC or NMC/HCPC registration, an enhanced DBS check, professional indemnity insurance, and right-to-work documentation confirmed before their first session. We also obtain two references and check mandatory training certificates.
How long does it take to fill a salaried GP post?
Our average time-to-placement for salaried GP roles is 14–21 days from vacancy registration to offer acceptance. This includes candidate search, shortlisting, compliance verification, and interview coordination — your team only attends interviews and makes the final decision.
Which ARRS roles can SHR Group fill for our PCN?
We recruit for all ARRS-eligible roles including ANPs, ACPs, Paramedic Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Physician Associates, and Social Prescribing Link Workers. We can also advise on which roles best suit your PCN's service model and patient population.
Is there a minimum commitment required to work with SHR Group?
No minimum commitment is required. Practices and PCNs can use SHR Group for a single emergency locum booking or build a long-term staffing partnership. Most clients begin with locum cover and expand the relationship over time as confidence builds.
Do you supply non-clinical staff as well as clinicians?
Yes — we place Medical Receptionists, Care Navigators, PCN Administrators, and Practice Managers. All non-clinical staff are DBS-checked, referenced, and experienced with your specific clinical system (EMIS, SystmOne, or Vision).
Can SHR Group help with workforce planning across our whole PCN?
Yes. We work with PCN Clinical Directors on strategic ARRS workforce planning — helping you model the right clinical mix for your network, identify funding windows, and build a flexible staffing strategy combining permanent roles with reliable locum partnerships.