About SHR Group
The UK's Specialist Primary Care Recruitment Agency
We exist for one sector only. Every consultant, every process and every placement is built around primary and urgent care — not a general desk with a healthcare division.
NHS Framework Supplier
Approved on relevant NHS procurement frameworks — enabling compliant engagement for GP practices, PCNs and NHS Trusts
- NHS Framework Approved
- 170+ Five-Star Reviews
- Fully Compliant Placements
- Response Within 2 Hours
- 2,400+Clinical placements made across the UK
- 98%Client satisfaction rate across all engagements
- 24–48hAverage time to source urgent locum cover
- 12Clinical specialities placed across primary care
What We Do
One agency. One sector. Done properly.
SHR Group is a specialist primary care and GP recruitment agency. We don't dabble in healthcare as a side desk — primary care is all we do, every single day.
Clinical Candidate Placement
We source, vet and place GPs, ANPs, ACPs, ECPs, ENPs, Paramedic Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Medical Receptionists and 111 Clinical Advisors into locum and permanent roles across the UK.
Healthcare Staffing for Organisations
We partner with GP Surgeries, PCNs, NHS Trusts, OOH providers, Walk-in Centres, UTCs and Private Clinics to supply compliant, verified clinical staff — on demand and at pace.
Compliance & Credentialing
Our dedicated compliance team verifies GMC/NMC registration, enhanced DBS, indemnity, occupational health, right to work, two clinical references and all mandatory training certificates — so you don't have to.
Long-Term Workforce Partnerships
Beyond individual placements, we work with PCN Directors and Practice Managers to build sustainable workforce solutions — including preferred supplier agreements, workforce planning and ARRS role sourcing.
Our Market
We specialise in Primary & Urgent Care
The UK primary care sector demands a recruitment agency that lives and breathes it. We understand GMC revalidation, IR35, ARRS funding and what a competitive locum rate looks like in every region.
GP Surgeries & PCNs
Independent and network-level primary care across England, Wales and Scotland
Out of Hours & Urgent Care
OOH providers, UTCs, Walk-in Centres and Same-Day Access hubs
NHS Trusts & ICSs
Integrated care systems, community trusts and NHS-commissioned services
111 & Remote Services
Clinical advisor roles for NHS 111 hubs and digital health providers
Private Primary Care
Private GP practices, ADHD/autism assessment clinics and occupational health providers
Why Specialisation Matters
- 5,000+GP practices in England rely on locum and agency staff to maintain daily operations
- 40%Of GP practices report difficulty filling clinical vacancies through standard NHS routes
- 24hEmergency locum cover sourced and placed within 24 hours — often same-day
ARRS
We are experts in sourcing all 17 ARRS-eligible roles for PCN workforce funding
IR35
Full off-payroll working compliance for locum GPs operating inside or outside IR35
Positions We Place
Every primary care role, covered
From GPs and Advanced Practitioners to non-clinical support staff — we recruit across every tier of the primary care workforce.
General Practitioner
Locum · Salaried · Partnership
Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Locum · Salaried · ARRS
Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Locum · Salaried · ARRS
Emergency Care Practitioner
Locum · Salaried · OOH
Emergency Nurse Practitioner
Locum · Salaried · UTC
Paramedic Practitioner
Locum · Salaried · ARRS
Practice Nurse
Locum · Salaried
111 Clinical Advisor
Locum · Salaried · Remote
Clinical Pharmacist
Salaried · ARRS
ADHD / Autism Assessor
Contract · Sessional
Medical Receptionist
Temp · Perm · Part-time
Practice Manager
Interim · Permanent
Types of Recruitment
Flexible cover. Whatever you need.
We cover the full spectrum — from emergency same-day locum cover to permanent salaried hires and long-term workforce strategy.
Locum & Sessional Cover
Short-notice and planned temporary cover for GP surgeries, PCNs and urgent care providers across the UK.
- Same-day and 24-hour emergency cover
- Planned sessions — single day to rolling blocks
- Full compliance pack verified before placement
- Invoicing, payroll and IR35 compliance managed
- Preferred supplier agreements for regular cover
- Anchor session arrangements available
Permanent Recruitment
Full-cycle permanent recruitment for salaried GP and clinical roles, including partnership-track positions.
- Salaried GP roles at GP surgery and PCN level
- Partnership and buy-in track positions
- ANP, ACP, ECP and ENP salaried roles
- Job description drafting and market salary advice
- Longlisting, shortlisting and interview support
- Offer management and onboarding coordination
Temp-to-Perm & Portfolio
Flexible arrangements that transition from locum to salaried, or structured portfolio working contracts.
- Trial-to-permanent for GPs and ANPs
- Portfolio working — locum and salaried combined
- Transition support from locum to salaried
- ARRS role sourcing and funding guidance for PCNs
- Workforce planning consultancy for practices
- Multi-site staffing for federation models
Why Choose SHR Group
Built for primary care. Not bolted on.
Primary Care Only — We Know Your World
Every consultant works exclusively in primary care. We understand GMC revalidation cycles, portfolio careers, IR35 and what a reasonable locum rate looks like in your region.
Compliance Managed Centrally
Register once. We hold and manage your full compliance pack — DBS, indemnity, GMC/NMC, OH, mandatory training — and alert you before anything expires.
More Opportunities, Less Admin
Access locum sessions and permanent roles that aren't always publicly advertised. We present verified, suitable opportunities — so you can focus on clinical work, not job hunting.
Fast, Reliable Pay
Weekly payroll processing, transparent fee structures and no surprise deductions. Our finance team handles invoicing with practices so you don't have to chase payments.
A Consultant Who Actually Knows You
You'll have a named consultant who understands your preferences, availability and career goals — not a different person every time you call.
SHR Group have been fantastic throughout. My compliance was sorted quickly, they matched me to sessions that suited my availability, and I always have a direct point of contact. I wouldn't go anywhere else for locum work.
- 170+Five-star reviews
- 98%Would recommend SHR
- 24hAvg. time to first offer
- 100%Fully compliant
Our Compliance Standard
Every placement, fully verified
We check all of the following before any candidate attends a placement.
GMC / NMC Registration
Online real-time verification with active licence to practise confirmed
Enhanced DBS Check
Enhanced DBS clearance with Update Service subscription verified
Professional Indemnity
MDU, MPS or equivalent indemnity certificate verified and in date
Occupational Health
OH clearance including immunity records and fitness to practise
Mandatory Training
Safeguarding Level 3, BLS, IG, Prevent and all relevant certificates
Clinical References
Two satisfactory clinical references from recent supervisors
How It Works
Simple process. Reliable results.
Whether you're a clinician looking for work or a practice needing cover — here's exactly what happens when you work with SHR Group.
For Candidates
Register in Minutes
Submit your CV and basic details via our secure portal. Takes under 5 minutes.
Compliance Verification
Our compliance team contacts you within 24 hours to collect and verify your documentation.
We collect: GMC/NMC, DBS, indemnity, OH clearance, mandatory training, two references
Consultant Briefing
A specialist consultant calls you to understand your availability, location preferences and rate expectations.
Matched to Opportunities
We present suitable locum sessions or permanent roles. You confirm, we handle the booking.
Placement & Aftercare
We manage all paperwork, invoicing and compliance renewals. Your consultant stays in touch.
For Clients
Tell Us What You Need
Call, email or submit a vacancy online. The more detail you give us, the faster we move.
We Respond Within 2 Hours
During business hours we confirm receipt and begin matching immediately.
Emergency cover: For same-day requests, we mobilise our fastest-available compliant candidates first.
Verified Candidates Presented
We send fully compliant, matched candidate profiles. Compliance packs available on request.
Confirmation & Handover
You confirm your choice. We handle all booking logistics and candidate briefing.
Invoicing & Ongoing Support
Straightforward invoicing after each session. We become a long-term workforce partner, not a one-off.
Register as a Candidate
Looking for locum sessions or a permanent role in primary care? Register with SHR Group today — it takes under 5 minutes.
- Access to 100s of locum and permanent roles
- Compliance managed centrally — register once
- Named consultant who knows your preferences
- Fast, reliable weekly payroll
I Need to Hire Clinical Staff
Whether you need emergency locum cover today or are building a long-term workforce plan — we're ready to help.
- Response within 2 hours during business hours
- Fully compliant candidates — zero CQC risk
- NHS Framework approved supplier
- Locum, permanent and temp-to-perm options