The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has reduced its fees for DBS checks and the Update Service from Monday 5 October 2026, with the biggest reduction on Enhanced checks. Here's what you'll pay when you apply through A24Group.
Read MoreHow Mayfair's Tech-First Approach Gets You on Shift Faster
/Nobody goes into nursing because they love paperwork. Yet for many agency nurses, the gap between applying and actually starting a shift is filled with exactly that - forms, follow-up calls, and waiting on someone else to move things along. At Mayfair Specialist Nurses, we've taken a different approach. By putting technology at the centre of our onboarding and placement process, we've turned what used to be a slow, manual slog into something closer to frictionless.
Read MoreHow to Staff the Hospital at Home with Specialist Nurses
/A patient with heart failure wakes up in their own bed, checks their oxygen saturation on a bedside monitor, and has their observations reviewed remotely by a nurse who never has to leave the ward hub. No ambulance, no admission, no unfamiliar ceiling to stare at.
Read MoreImportant Payroll & Operations Update: Summer Bank Holiday 2026→
/As the August Summer Bank Holiday approaches, planning ahead is essential to ensure your pay is processed on time and without any unnecessary delays. Mayfair Specialist Nursing Payroll Team has released critical details regarding timesheet submission deadlines and office availability for the upcoming holiday period.
Read MoreThe Hybrid Staffing Blueprint that Moves Beyond Panic Booking
/Reactive staffing appears, on the surface, to be a cost-containment measure. In practice, it is one of the most expensive ways to run a healthcare workforce. When shifts are filled at the last minute through unplanned agency bookings, facilities lose negotiating power. Rates are dictated by urgency rather than agreed by contract. Administrative overhead rises as rotas are rebuilt weekly from scratch.
Read MoreThe Specialist Agency Model
/Today, highly skilled practitioners are increasingly looking toward a modern nursing agency to reclaim control over their professional lives. By moving away from rigid, institutional rotas and embracing a more dynamic model, specialist practitioners are discovering that they no longer have to choose between clinical excellence and personal well-being.
Read MoreInternational Nurses Day 2026
/Behind every recovery, every quiet moment of comfort, and every high-pressure clinical decision is a specialist nurse whose pulse beats for the care of others. At Mayfair Specialist Nursing, we don't just see staff; we see the compassionate pulse of healthcare.
Read More24/7 Empowerment for Continuity in a Changing Future
/At the heart of this tireless operation is a dedicated safety net: the "Always Ready" workforce. As we look toward an ever-changing future in healthcare, characterized by evolving patient needs and fluctuating staffing demands, the role of the flexible nurse has never been more vital.
Read MoreEarly May and Spring Bank Holiday 2026 Deadlines →
/The month of May 2026 is fast approaching, bringing with it two distinct opportunities for a well-deserved break: the Early May Bank Holiday and the Spring Bank Holiday. To ensure your payroll remains seamless and your queries are addressed, the Mayfair Specialist Nurses Payroll Team has released critical updates regarding timesheet deadlines and office availability.
Read MoreEaster Bank Holiday 2026 Deadlines→
/As we approach the 2026 Good Friday and Easter Monday bank holiday period, it is vital for all Mayfair Specialist Nursing agency workers to stay informed about temporary changes to our operations. To ensure your holiday season remains stress-free and your payments are processed without delay, we have adjusted our timesheet submission deadlines and phone line availability.
Read MoreGender Pay Report 2025 →
/At Mayfair Specialist Nurses, we believe in transparency and the importance of fostering an equitable workplace within the healthcare sector. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Gender Pay Gap Information) Regulations 2017, the information below shows the median and mean gender pay gap and bonus pay gap for A24 Group Limited based on hourly rates of pay as at the snapshot date of 5 April 2025, and bonuses paid in the year to 5 April 2025.
This gender pay gap report provides a high-level snapshot of the difference in average pay between men and women across our organisation.
Read MoreHow to Navigate the Evolving Legal Landscape of Care Staffing
/Is your current staffing provider truly protecting you from the legal risks of 2026? Don't leave your CQC rating or patient safety to an automated bot. Experience the peace of mind that comes with a dedicated account manager, 24/7 dedicated support, and a 97% shift fulfilment rate.
Read MoreFrom Wards to WiFi: Mastering the Clinical Skills Needed for Remote & Virtual Care
/The journey from the bedside to the webside is not a move toward nursing-lite. On the contrary, it requires an advanced synthesis of traditional clinical judgement and digital literacy. Nurses are now tasked with managing complex, acute care pathways - such as heart failure, respiratory infections, and frailty - all while the patient remains in their own living room.
Read MoreThe Specialist Gap: Securing Top-Tier Theatre and ICU Talent in a Competitive 2026 Market
/For healthcare providers, the challenge is no longer just about finding a nurse; it is about securing a highly vetted, clinically proficient specialist who can step into a high-pressure environment and deliver excellence from the first minute.
Read MoreWhy Deep Expertise is Your Best Negotiating Tool in 2026
/As we navigate the clinical landscape of 2026, the UK healthcare sector finds itself at a historic crossroads. For the modern nurse, the conversation has shifted. It is no longer merely about finding "a shift"; it is about the "Specialist Premium" - the measurable financial and professional value placed on high-tier clinical expertise in an era of unprecedented demand.
Read MoreWhat is an Operating Department Practitioner
/Wondering what is an operating department practitioner (ODP), explore career opportunities and ODP salaries? Check out our guide!
Read MoreFestive Season 2025 Bank Holiday Deadlines→
/Due to upcoming bank holidays in the UK in December, we want to ensure you are well-informed about changes to our pay run schedule.
Read MoreNHS Pay Rise and Training Cuts
/NHS Pay Rise and Training Cuts. Explore how NHS pay rises and training cuts are shaping the future of specialist nurses from career growth to workforce impact.
Read MoreTrusted Staffing with Mayfair Specialist Nurses
/Trusted Staffing with Mayfair Specialist Nurses. Discover the difference with our staffing solutions. Expert nursing recruitment with reliable nursing services.
Read MoreInternational Nurses Day 2025: Supporting UK Nurses for a Stronger Future
/This International Nurses Day 2025, we celebrate the vital role of UK nurses. Discover how we're investing in their future, supporting careers, and strengthening healthcare through compassionate care.
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