Reference Checking for Employers — From Just 99p
RefAssure automates employment reference checks for UK employers from just 99p per reference with no subscription. Send requests in seconds, auto-chase referees by email and SMS, and download professional PDF reports with timestamped audit trails. While enterprise platforms charge £3–8 per reference plus monthly fees, RefAssure gives you the same automation — with no demo required.
Stop losing time to manual reference chasing
If your HR team is stuck chasing referees, your hiring slows down. RefAssure automates the entire employer reference checking process — from request to report.
Hiring delays cost you candidates
Every day waiting on references is a day your best candidate might accept another offer. RefAssure sends requests instantly and chases automatically — reducing turnaround from weeks to 1–3 days, so you confirm start dates faster. All for just 99p per reference.
Inconsistent checks across departments
When different managers chase references differently, you get inconsistent results and compliance gaps. RefAssure standardises your entire process — same structured form, same automated chasing, same professional PDF output for every hire across every department.
Compliance and audit readiness
Whether you’re in a regulated sector or simply need clean HR records, RefAssure’s professional PDF reports with timestamped audit trails give you documented evidence of pre-employment checks for every hire. Ready for internal audits, external inspections, or client requests.
Admin overload wastes HR time
The average manual reference check costs £15–25 in staff time when you factor in emails, phone calls, and follow-ups. RefAssure automates the entire process for 99p — up to 5 email reminders and 2 SMS messages over 12 days, all included in a single credit.
How employer reference checks work with RefAssure
Four simple steps. Built for HR teams, hiring managers, and employers running repeatable hiring workflows.
Add candidate + referee
Enter the candidate details and referee contact info in under a minute.
Request sent instantly
A professional email goes out with a secure link to the online reference form.
Automated chasing
If they don’t respond, RefAssure follows up automatically (email + optional SMS).
PDF report delivered
Download a clean PDF report with employment details, ratings, comments, and timestamps.
Designed for employer HR teams
- Consistent reference requests using a structured online form
- Secure unique link for each referee (no accounts, no friction)
- Automated reminders so your team isn’t chasing manually
- PDF reference report you can store in your HR files
- Audit trail with timestamps to support internal compliance checks
- Ideal for fast hiring: care, education, hospitality, retail, warehouse and more
Which employers use RefAssure?
From SMEs hiring occasionally to large organisations with ongoing recruitment, RefAssure scales with your needs — from just 99p per reference.
SMEs & growing businesses
Small and medium employers don’t need enterprise software with enterprise pricing. RefAssure’s pay-as-you-go model means you only pay 99p when you’re actually hiring — no monthly fees draining your budget between hires.
Large employers & HR teams
Organisations with dedicated HR teams benefit from a standardised reference checking workflow across all departments and sites. Centralised dashboard, consistent output, and timestamped audit trails for every hire.
Regulated sector employers
Care homes, healthcare providers, schools, and other regulated employers face additional compliance requirements. RefAssure’s structured forms and PDF audit trails support CQC, KCSIE, and safer recruitment standards.
Retail, hospitality & logistics
High-turnover sectors need references completed fast to keep operations running. At 99p per reference with no subscription, RefAssure is purpose-built for employers who hire frequently and need a quick, repeatable process.
Employment reference checks without the admin — from 99p
If you’re looking for automated reference checking for employers, an HR reference checking system, or a quicker way to run pre-employment screening, RefAssure gives your HR team a repeatable workflow from request to report. Referees complete a mobile-friendly online form, your follow-ups run automatically, and you receive a professional PDF report ready to store in your HR files.
Most employer reference checking platforms require you to book a demo, speak to sales, and commit to a contract. Their pricing typically ranges from £3–8 per reference plus £50–500 per month in subscription fees. RefAssure eliminates all of that: sign up online in 2 minutes, buy credits from 99p each, and start checking immediately.
The pay-as-you-go credit system means there’s no subscription, no contract, and no minimum spend. Credits never expire. Whether you’re hiring one person this quarter or fifty, you pay the same 99p per reference — making RefAssure up to 80% cheaper than enterprise alternatives for the same automated workflow.
Employer reference checking FAQs
Common questions HR teams and employers ask before switching to automated reference checks.
How much does reference checking cost for employers?
RefAssure charges just 99p per reference check with no monthly subscription or contract. Buy credits and use them as needed. Most enterprise platforms charge £3–8 per reference plus monthly fees, making RefAssure up to 80% cheaper for employers of all sizes.
What is an employment reference check?
An employment reference check is a pre-employment screening step where you verify a candidate’s work history by contacting a previous manager or HR contact. They confirm employment dates, role, performance, attendance, and rehire eligibility — all captured in a professional PDF report.
How long do reference checks take for employers?
Most references are completed within 1 to 3 days. Automated email and optional SMS chasing significantly reduces delays, helping you confirm start dates faster than manual methods which typically take 1–2 weeks.
Do I need to book a demo or speak to sales?
No. RefAssure is completely self-serve. Sign up online, buy credits, and start sending reference requests within minutes. No demo, no sales call, no onboarding wait.
Do referees need an account to complete a reference?
No. Referees receive a secure, unique link directly to a mobile-friendly online form. No account creation, no login, no software to install. This removes friction and maximises completion rates.
Is automated reference checking GDPR compliant?
RefAssure is built for UK employer workflows and includes GDPR-friendly features: timestamped audit trails, secure data handling, and UK data storage. You should still follow your internal GDPR policy for retention periods and lawful basis.
What does the employer reference report include?
A professional PDF report including employment dates, job title, performance ratings, attendance indicators, reason for leaving, rehire eligibility, referee comments, and a complete timestamped audit trail for your HR records.
Can I use RefAssure without a subscription?
Yes. RefAssure operates on a pay-as-you-go credit system with no monthly subscription, no annual contract, and no minimum spend. Credits never expire. Perfect for employers with irregular hiring patterns.
Reference checking by sector
Explore how RefAssure works for specific industries.
Healthcare
CQC-ready reference checking for healthcare employers. From 99p.
Care Agencies
Automated references for care providers and recruitment agencies.
Education
KCSIE-compliant references for schools, MATs and supply agencies.
Recruiters
Client-ready reference reports for recruitment agencies. From 99p.
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