We often use a rig similar especially when it a bit quiet. We use a link swivel about two or three foot long trace a strip of Mackrell or live sand eel, best with off shore wind, Cast out let the line tighten and clip the rig on and let it go.
Another rig that's useful is to have a trace running free above your main rig with a flounder float under it and a bead above, hard to cast mind. it will run up to your shock leader knot, it another good one for Mackrell etc.
Cheers Arry