Referencing
See Frequently asked questions regarding our referencing criteria.
How many references do I need to provide?
- You must provide a minimum of 2 references. However, you must provide referee details for all employment/studying/volunteering that you have had within the last 2 years.
- Teachers must also provide referee details of their last teaching classroom-based position if it is not included within your last 2 years of employment.
- If you have ever worked with children in any setting you must also provide referee details for this position if it is not included within your last 2 years of employment.
Who can be a referee?
- Child-related positions need to be obtained from a Head Teacher/Principal/Nursery Manager.
- Non-child-related positions need to be obtained from a Line Manager.
- The referee must currently be in employment where the position was carried out
- To cover a gap, please see our Character Reference Requirements
What referee details do I need to provide?
