Check your referencing process meets statutory guidance expectations
1. Request references Do: Ask for referee details in your application form Ask for at least 2 references, and get more than 2 if you think this wouldn't be enough, such as if the candidate has moved schools or workplaces a lot (Note: KCSIE doesn’t specify a minimum number of references required. This advice is based on sector best practice) Consider getting 2 references from 2 different suitable people at the same company/school, if a candidate has only worked at 1 company/school Ask for references before interviews (with the candidate's permission), so you can understand any concerns the referees raise and discuss these with the candidate during their interview Provide references for previous employees 'in a timely manner' For staff