What Charges Apply to Dental Practices on Airlocum?
✅ The short answer No joining fee. No monthly subscription. You pay only after the locum completes their shift and you approve their timesheet. All rates shown on the platform are all-inclusive — locum's hourly rate, Airlocum's service fee, and VAT. What you see is exactly what you pay. |
Free to register and use the platform | £0 subscription or monthly fees | ~£25 service fee per booking day |
How Pricing Works
Every locum profile on Airlocum displays an all-inclusive hourly rate — this single figure covers the locum’s pay, Airlocum’s service fee, and VAT. There are no additional charges added at checkout beyond applicable mileage (see below).
You are only ever charged after the shift is completed and you have approved the locum’s timesheet. If you do not approve within 24 hours, payment processes automatically.
Hourly Rates by Professional Type
Role | Typical rate (all-inclusive) | Notes |
Dental nurses & receptionists | £19.60 – £32.60 / hr | Varies by location, experience, and specialist skills. Mileage may apply (see below). |
Dentists, hygienists & therapists | Set by the locum | Competitive market rates. All-inclusive price shown before booking. |
Locums set their own rates within market ranges. You can filter by maximum hourly rate when searching to stay within budget.
Travel Reimbursement (Nurses and Receptionists Only)
A mileage allowance applies to dental nurses and receptionists to cover travel costs. This is calculated on the total round-trip distance between the locum and the practice.
Journey (round trip) | Mileage charge |
First 25 miles | ✅ Free |
Miles 26 and above | 45p per mile |
Example calculation
Total round trip | 50 miles |
Free miles | First 25 miles = £0 |
Chargeable miles | 50 – 25 = 25 miles |
Mileage charge | 25 × 45p = £11.25 |
Mileage charges are shown at checkout before you confirm the booking. Dentists, hygienists, and therapists do not attract a mileage charge.
What You See at Checkout
Before confirming any booking, Airlocum shows a full cost breakdown:
• Locum’s hourly rate
• Airlocum service fee
• Mileage charge (if applicable)
• Total cost — no additional charges after this point
🔒 Payment protection You are only charged after the shift is completed and you approve the locum’s timesheet. If you take no action within 24 hours of receiving the timesheet, payment processes automatically. You are never charged upfront or before a shift takes place. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to use Airlocum?
There is no joining fee and no subscription. You pay only after a shift is completed and you approve the timesheet. The all-inclusive hourly rate shown on each locum’s profile covers the locum’s pay, Airlocum’s service fee, and VAT — there are no hidden charges.
How much do dental nurse locums cost on Airlocum?
Dental nurse and receptionist locums are typically priced between £19.60 and £28.60 per hour (all-inclusive). Rates vary by location, experience, and specialist skills such as conscious sedation nursing or orthodontic nursing. All rates are set by the locum and displayed transparently before booking.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The rate shown on the locum’s profile is all-inclusive. The only additional charge that may apply is a mileage allowance for dental nurses and receptionists travelling more than 25 miles (round trip) — and this is shown clearly at checkout before you confirm.
Does the mileage charge apply to dentists and hygienists?
No. The mileage allowance (45p per mile after the first 25 miles round trip) applies to dental nurses and receptionists only. Dentists, hygienists, and therapists do not attract a separate mileage charge.
When am I charged?
Only after the shift is completed and you approve the locum’s timesheet. If you do not respond within 24 hours, payment processes automatically. You are never charged before a shift takes place.
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Last updated: March 2026 | Category: For Practices — Payments & Billing