Reference Request Unpromoted Teacher
Teaching Reference Pro-Forma
Confidential
Please complete the following details in full.
Name of candidate:
Post applied for:
How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity?
Years:
Months:
Please confirm the applicant's employment dates within your organization:
From:
To:
I am providing this reference on a professional basis as (please tick):
Direct Line Manager/Supervisor:
Former Line Manager/Supervisor:
Lecturer/Teacher:
Colleague:
Other:
If other please state:
I am providing this reference on a personal basis (Please confirm how the applicant is known to you)
Yes / No
Please state how the candidate is known to you:
How effective is the candidate in his/her present post and what are his/her general strengths in learning and teaching? This may include comment on knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence, classroom organisation and AiFL.
In what way has the applicant contributed to establishment improvement from which pupils have benefited?
In what ways has the applicant made effective use of resources in the classroom?
How successful has the applicant been In sustaining pupil motivation and Interest?
In what ways has the applicant demonstrated effective communication skills?
With particular reference to other areas outlined in the job profile please comment on the applicant's strengths and suitability for the post.
In what ways has the applicant demonstrated a commitment to personal professional development?
Describe the applicant's approaches to self evaluation of his/her practice.
Detail how the applicant has demonstrated commitment to the wider life of the establishment?
Are there any disciplinary, performance or conduct issues relating to this applicant?
Yes / No
If yes, please provide details:
Over and above the information already provided please supply any additional comments:
Please identify the reason for the applicant leaving your organisation:
Resignation:
Dismissal:
Still in employment:
Please provide details of resignation / dismissal reason:
Have you discussed the contents of this reference with the applicant?
Yes / No
Referee Name:
Designation:
Organisation:
Contact Telephone Number / Email:
Date: