Locum pharmacist – day one
A guide for pharmacists preparing for a locum job.
Published: 23 February 2023
Updated: 22 September 2026
Whether you’re newly qualified, changing from another sector, changing countries within the UK, or returning after some time away, we’ll help you prepare for your first day.
This page contains professional and practical considerations, advice and signposting to essential resources.
Use this guide alongside our day-one guides for community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry.
Sections on this page
- Considerations for becoming a locum
- Before accepting a booking
- Before your first day as a locum
- Before signing in as the responsible pharmacist
- During the shift
- End of shift
- Key contacts and information
- Summary – 10 checks for your first locum shift
- Further information