Teaching Assistant Reference Form
REFERENCE REQUEST FORM

In writing your reference, please note that, in order to protect children, the post for which application is made is exempt from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975. It is not, therefore, in any way contrary to the Act to reveal any information you may have concerning convictions/bindovers/cautions which would otherwise be considered as ‘spent’ in relation to this application and which you consider relevant to the applicants suitability for employment. Any such information will be kept in strict confidence and used only in consideration of his/her suitability.

Applicant Job Role
Did you find the individual to be honest and trustworthy?
Did you find the individual to be reliable?
Did you find the individual capable of fulfilling their duties?
Was the candidate subject to any formal form of performance management/disciplinary action?
Are you aware of any issues with the applicant in relation to Safeguarding & Child Protection?
Would you re-employ?
Are we able to disclose this reference to the above named applicant
Can this reference be given to the potential employer