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Checking References
Introduction
"No support"
An obligatory criterion
Checking references of successful candidate is obligatory
Follow up on a written reference with a phone call
Construct a set of questions around the job specification and the competencies you are looking for and ask the referee to respond
Seek clarification of level, depth, and range of experience and skills demonstrated
In Community National Schools, the ETB checks the references of the successful applicant prior to any offer of appointment.
Resources for Checking References
Downloads and Links
Downloads
Primary Circular 0051/2019
Information Note TTC 0003/2020 on Circular 0051/2019 for the filling of Special Need Assistant vacancies during the Period of Covid-19 Restrictions
Appointments Checklist
Retained Documents Checklist
Productive Questioning
Report to the BoM 2020
Links
Circular 0036/2020 or update thereof
Circular 15/2005