Staffing Agreement

2.2 Payment Timing: Booking fee is payable at the point you confirm a Professional for your shift.

2.3 Engagement Integrity (The "Direct Hire" Rule): If a Client hires a Professional introduced by Locum Force for a permanent role or a direct booking within 6 months of the last interaction, a "Direct Engagement Fee" of £2,000 + VAT will apply.

2.4 Transparency: Professionals are responsible for their own tax, NI, and pension contributions as self-employed contractors.

3.1 Professional Commitment: Professionals are responsible for their valid registration (e.g., GPhC, GMC, NMC, HCPC), has the Right to Work in the UK, and maintains professional indemnity insurance.

3.2 Client Duty: The Client is responsible for the final supervision of the Professional’s work. You must ensure they receive a proper site induction and a safe working environment.

4.1 Client-Led Cancellations: If the Client cancels a confirmed shift, the £18 + VAT Service Fee is strictly non-refundable.

4.2 Professional Cancellations: If a Professional cancels or fails to attend, we ensure you are not penalised. The Client is entitled to re-post the same vacancy without any extra payment.

4.3 Manual Re-posting: Following a cancellation, the Client must manually re-list the vacancy to attract new applicants. Locum Force does not manually guarantee a replacement.

5.1 Work Performance: Locum Force is not liable for clinical outcomes, negligence, or loss of profit as the Professional works under your supervision.

5.2 Insurance: The Client must maintain valid Public and Employers’ Liability insurance that covers temporary staff.

5.3 Indemnity: The Client agrees to hold Locum Force harmless against any claims arising from a Professional’s actions.

6.1 Mutual Respect: We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination. Professional courtesy is expected from both parties.

6.2 System Integrity: Personal details must not be exchanged outside the platform to bypass fees. All data is managed in accordance with UK GDPR.

6.3 Reporting: Issues must be reported to Locum Force within 24 hours of the shift ending.