Florence vs. agencies 

Why use Florence instead of healthcare staffing agencies?

Florence isn’t an agency.

We’re the smarter, more flexible way to fill care shifts (with your full-time team when you can, or with reliable temp professionals when you can’t).

How we're different

Florence is designed to save you time, stress and money. Our app fills shifts with the right people in real time, helping you deliver quality care effortlessly.

Time-saving
Transparent
Affordable
Customer support
24/7 support

Florence vs. agencies

Staffing

Florence
Agencies

Post shifts effortlessly. No phoning necessary

Auto-fill shifts with your own staff first

Retain more perm staff by prioritising their shifts

Spend

No hidden fees, ever

Flexible management makes for easy tracking

Features

Instant approval from anywhere, anytime

Invite favourite staff back, again and again

CQC

Full digital record, downloadable any time

Access data anytime

Team support

Instant help from any device, at any time

Dedicated local account manager

Real people, real connections

At Florence every organisation has a dedicated local account director contact like Jane, Kristian, Pauline and Rebecca on hand to help them.

Jane Powell

National Account Regional Director

Jane Powell

National Account Regional Director

Jane, one of Florence’s longest-serving team members, is known as a client favourite across the UK.

With her comprehensive understanding of the industry and a sharp eye for strategic solutions, Jane works closely with our largest care providers to ensure they’re getting maximum value from Florence.

She knows every little detail about her clients—their challenges, their goals, and even the quirks that make each team unique. Whether it’s training new teams or tackling last-minute issues, Jane’s blend of expertise and personal touch makes her indispensable to those she supports.

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Kristian Wright

Regional Director – North of England

Kristian Wright

Regional Director – North of England

Kristian Wright is the dedicated Regional Director for Florence in the North of England, where he leverages his deep industry knowledge to support care organisations in getting the most out of Florence’s platform. Kristian believes in the power of building strong, local relationships, and regularly meets with clients across the region to understand their needs.

Known for his hands-on approach, he provides customised monthly reports and actionable insights to keep costs down and maximise the efficiency of every shift. Kristian also supports teams with onboarding new staff and is always ready to step in with solutions for last-minute staffing needs.

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Pauline Macnair

Regional Director – Scotland

Pauline Macnair

Regional Director – Scotland

With a passion for the Scottish care sector, Pauline Macnair serves as Florence’s Regional Director for Scotland.

Pauline brings a wealth of experience and understanding to her role, focusing on ensuring care providers across Scotland receive exceptional support and guidance. Her commitment to keeping client costs low and optimising staffing solutions is evident in her detailed and strategic advice.

Pauline is instrumental in making the Florence experience seamless for every new partner. Her proactive, client-first approach means she’s firm client favourite!

Rebecca McSwiggan

Regional Account Director – South

Rebecca McSwiggan

Regional Account Director – South

As Florence’s Regional Account Director for the South, Rebecca McSwiggan is known for her in-depth understanding of the care sector and her dedication to helping organisations optimize their resources.

Rebecca’s regular on-site visits give her clients a clear view of staffing costs and vacancy rates, empowering them to make informed decisions. With a friendly, problem-solving attitude, Rebecca supports every aspect of the Florence platform, from onboarding new staff to coordinating last-minute shift coverage.

Her proactive approach ensures care providers can deliver quality care while keeping operational efficiency at its peak.

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