I have been working for Thornbury Nursing Services since 2010. I find them to be the best agency in the UK,good pay, very professional.Helpful with CPD always learning. Helpful with everything includ... See more
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I was originally told about Thornbury Nursing Services in 2001. At that time my colleagues mainly highlighted the higher rates of pay. However I have stayed with TNS since then more because I feel... See more
Have been with Thornbury Nursing since 2011. No issues at all the one agency which does not persecute you for cancelling shifts. Very respectful, professional and understanding. Could never trade it... See more
Extremely low pay working as a placement coordinator. Placing agency nurses who are paid between £60 - £160 per hour. Which can equate to as much as £1,600 for one 12 hour shift. All billed to the NHS... See more
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Nothing should compromise nursing quality. That’s why Thornbury Nursing Services is always on hand to bring exceptional nurses to NHS and private care organisations, often at extreme short notice. With over 30 years’ experience in responding to last-minute requirements, our service is fast, reliable, professional and most importantly trusted. We care passionately about our nurses and the difference they make to the lives of patients and clients. Our nurses are our reputation. We recruit the very best professionals who embrace our values and ethos. Each and every nurse is flexible, highly experienced in their field and willing to travel long distances, often at short notice, to support our clients. This enthusiasm and commitment to nursing, teamed with exceptional skills and passion is hard to come by. Our pay rates reflect the nature of our work and our expectations. We demand the greatest commitment from each and every nurse, as witnessed by demanding registration and compliancy requirements.
We Pay NMC Fees For Our Nurses & Midwives
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- We pay annual NMC fees for all Thornbury Nurses and Midwives when they work at least 18 shifts a year for us.
We Pay The Best Rates
Our nurses provide exceptional services, and we pay exceptional rates in return.

Contact info
The Pavilions, Bridgwater Rd, BS13 8BX, Bristol, United Kingdom
- 0345 120 5252
- recruitment@tnsltd.com
- www.thornbury-nursing.com
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Thornbury is a great agency i feel…
Thornbury is a great agency i feel appreciated and I love the work I do and feel proud to put my uniform on and be apart of the team.
Jade emma
Excellent rates but limited work!
Very limited work opportunities particularly if you are not a regular TNS worker, as you have to rely on shifts being posted on App.
Excellent!
The pay is good. They are transparent, really taking care of the nurses doing shifts.
Love working for Thornbury
Love working for Thornbury. They are very professional. It does take time to get registered as they are thorough on checking all details. Lots of perks, nmc paid after working some shifts, travel, some accommodation costs, occasional monthly draws with super prizes.
Unable to speak or email a manager
Unable to speak or email a manager to discuss a pay issue. All I have is payroll have gone as far as they can and to speak to a manager. I have emailed several times with no response, extremely upset and unhappy with my treatment since I went out of my way to help cover shifts so that patients didn’t get cancelled.
Have now had good communication with a manager who has understood where the problem lies and has been able to successfully resolve this issue

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All the thornbury nurses I have meet…
All the thornbury nurses I have meet are dedicated to their work. A wonderful agency to work for.
Good management and thrives to leave…
Good management and thrives to leave staff and clients happy. All allegations are investigated fairly and honest. Employees are encouraged and motivated by draws and prizes. All training is kept up to date and staff can see when their training is running off though they are also reminded by Thornbury agency.
Thornbury Nursing - High Recommendation
Thornbury Nursing is an extremely professional and organised agency that looks after the nurses working for them. The contact centre is efficient and approachable at all times, and the training department is highly skilled with regular training opportunities if required. I highly recommend Thornbury Nursing Services.
Highly recomend
A very good agency to work for. They are very supportive and even pay for your NMC fees, if you work a certain amount of shifts yearly. Every time i have called for advice, the team have been excelent. And the pay is extremely good. If you can pick up shifts last minuite and prepared to travel, then you will get the shifts. Highly recommend this agency.
Staff very helpful
Staff very helpful. No issues with pay, you get paid on time. Money good. Very happy to work for Thornbury. Downside to me that I got young children and not able to work last minute.
TNS is an excellent agency .
TNS is an excellent agency to work with , professionally run throughout . The team will contact you to discuss work available if you and sent texts to keep you updated of work near and far , often offering support with accommodation. Pay rates are good and promptly paid.
Reliable agency to work with
Reliable agency to with. Helpful and when you are stranded and can’t find your way Thornbury is always there. Staff very polite and willing to hear you. You are treated as a Team. Phones are attended to promptly.
Excellent company to work for.
The Best institution I have ever worked for.
I had been happy in Thornbury for 17 yrs and I’m very proud to work for such a good institution.
Amazing company to work for.
Working for thornbury is rewarding and…
Working for thornbury is rewarding and excellent because they are so transparent, honesty and efficient.
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