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With so many new appointments being subject to the successful completion of a probationary period and so many questions coming into the First Practice Management advice line asking how to safely dismiss someone on a probationary period I felt that some guidance on probationary periods would be helpful.

There is substantial evidence to suggest that probationary periods increase the probability that new employees will succeed in their new roles. The purpose of a probationary period is to allow a specific time period for the employee and employer to assess the suitability of the role after having first-hand experience. On the one hand, it gives the employer opportunity to assess objectively whether the new employee is suitable for the job taking into account their capability, skills, performance, attendance and general conduct.

On the other hand, it gives the new employee the opportunity to see whether they like their new job and surroundings. There is no law determining the length of a probationary period.

However, there is an expectation that the employer will be reasonable. It is typical for a probationary period to last no longer than six months, and three months where an employee is moving to a new post internally.

The probationary period may sometimes be extended, though this should be mentioned in the contract of employment. At the start of the probationary period, the manager should discuss the following with the new employee The manager should structure the process so both parties are clear about expectations. The probationary period should commence with the manager reinforcing the core values of the organisation with the new employee.

The manager should set out details of structured training, guidance, and supervisory support the new employee can expect to help them achieve the required standards. The manager should explain the mechanism for identifying and discussing any problem areas at the earliest opportunity, together with the provision of regular constructive two-way feedback.

During the probationary period, a series of formal review meetings should take place between the new employee and their manager. For example Before the meeting, the manager should draft some notes to help discussions during the meeting.

The manager should keep full, clear records and documentation of meetings, throughout the probationary process ensuring all documentation is signed off by both the employee and the manager with a copy being given to the employee.

The primary purpose is to bring about a sustained improvement in performance and to ensure that the employee has had sufficient opportunities to achieve this. At any review meeting with the employee where there are issues to be addressed, the following approach needs to be considered. An extension should normally be granted only where special circumstances are justifying such a course and can only be made before the end of the original probationary period.

There is no specific law limiting the extension of probation periods. It is important to state clearly It is not advisable to make extending probationary periods the norm. An extension should be agreed only if there are special factors that justify it. In order to give an employee a full opportunity to meet the required standards the manager will usually wait until the end of the probationary period before taking any decision to terminate employment, though if the employer is certain that the employee is not going to meet the standard required, a decision can be made to end the contract prior to completing the full probation period.

The employee may be represented by a trade union representative or work colleague. Most policies or contracts of employment state the full disciplinary procedure is not usually considered appropriate for employees working within the probationary period.

Whilst an employee cannot claim unfair dismissal in the first two years of service, if you dismiss someone without going through a fair dismissal process an employee can claim wrongful dismissal, for which there is no length of service requirement. Employers can be required to pay damages for wrongful dismissal if taken to an employment tribunal. It is also worth highlighting to you that, if the individual has a protected characteristic as per the Equality Act for example is disabled then there is a potential risk that they could claim in regards to discrimination and this is something that you should bear in mind when making decisions.

Please note the above guidance is of a general nature. It is important that practices ensure policy guidelines and contractual obligations are followed. Alternatively, members can also email specific questions about employment issues to hrhelp firstpracticemanagement.

My 6 month probation period has been extended by 3 months what notice do i need to give? I am quite in demand in my sector and have no doubt my probation will be successful but given that my employer is being rather stubborn in not allowing us back into the office following lockdown, I don't know if I want to stay with them.

I am willing to give them another month but don't want to stay with them if I have to work from home beyond that as it isn't good for my health. What I want to know is - is my employer allowed to end my probation period without my consent?

I don't want to have the awkward conversation with my boss before probation ends unless I really have to. Can your probation be extended with no notice of concerns prior to the final probation review meeting? Hi Felix, I'm sorry we are unable to help with your query. Am working with Security Solution company in Bahrain.

During my arrival at the office,,,, they took me trough the writings about the company. There was a probation that was between 3- 6 months. Other companies have good working hours I.

Do they want to do this according to the law? The SEO business has got a bad rap from all the snake oil salesmen and overseas companies around Bookmarked your site, I have to keep up to date with your posts! I have recently been dissmissed from work after 9 months of a 12 month probationary period. They waited till i had done a full days shift till 8pm before telling me at pm that i was finished. I recieved no notice period as is stated in my contract of one week.

As i am not great on employment law i wondered if someone could clarify this please. I am on a 3 months probation time but my boss keeps on extending it with 3 months CAN he extend it again?? I've just been offered a job which I start on the 25th March with a probation for weeks. I have another job interview on the 23th March which I am hoping to get as it's closer and the pay is more although less hours I was wondering what to do in this situation, as I can't guaranty I'll get the desired job, but if it is offered to me on the day, or a week later how do I come across it?

Im on 6 weeks probation and I haven't been given a contract to read through nor have the terms of my emloyment have been fully discussed i. I have been on probation that ends on the 23rd Feb I started on the 1st Dec. I have had 3 days off 1 on the 5th Jan 1 day I was sent to hospital was off all day having tests Yesterday I returned to hospital for more tests and was there all day again.

I was told today that because I had been off twice I had triggered the absence policy so had to have a probation review. I've just been made redundant from a job I put so much effort into for 2 years And yet a member of staff who started in mid December has managed to keep his job He took 3 days off for a funeral A day sick with shoulder pain due to playing Rugby And on another occasion went home using the same excuse He is still on probation All the other staff say he's useless and lazy Can he not be sacked before his 3 months probation period is up?

I have been working for a company for 3 months now, in my contract it says 6 months probation. I've only had one review meeting in the last 3 months and it was sprung on me, the same with every meeting so far. I started work at a new company in May and in my contract it stated that I would be on a 6 month probation period, with a review at 3 months and 6 months respectively.

I have been with the company now for just over 8 months and have had no reviews, no meetings, no induction and no structured training, nothing, I feel like I'm a little bit in limbo and get a slight incline that when the company goes through its seasonal quiet time I may be let go, can they do this?

Hi I've been working at a coffee shop for 3 months. I wasn't told about a 3 month period off the boss but heard from other employees. I was messed about with hours straight away with the boss not sticking to what she said would work in the interview.. I haven't had any meetings with the boss to discuss how things were going.. If I have been working for the County Government for years, and I apply for a higher position and get it, is it legal for them to put me back on a 6 month probationary period?

Hi, This has really been bugging me recently so I started work in a shop as a stock assistant doing facing last week and they have shift hours only having contracts for 20 hours and the hours have been stressing me out due to them being evenings as originally I didn't think I was going to do them as though I was going to do a few full days but instead I'm doing 5 days of 4 hours pm but got asked to do a full day and enjoyed it alot more then what i'm doing now.

Hi , I started my job in 13th Aug with 3 months probation periods at Maldives Resort. After some days i heard like this they are thinking to send me back at home , so i am confused what should i have to do , i can can not understand i am confirm or not and i cna not ask my manager and HR as well as.

So pls give me advice on this matter as soon as possible. Hi, My new employment contract does not mention a probationary period anywhere at all. It is meant to be a full time permanent role. It does mention working hours, place of work and also notice period of one month by either party to terminate the contract. It also mentions that I will be included in the company's benefits inc healthcare, insurance and pensions etc. But not probationary period. Should I be concerned?

I am being told my friends that this is a good thing, and the company is a well known firm and hard to get into, so I shouldn't have any worries. However, I have never come across any contracts without probationary period. Any input will be much appreciated.

Hi I started working for a company in July , my 6-month probation is due to end his week, my boss has had monthly 's with me and every time I've asked about how he thinks I'm performing, he's always said he thinks I'm picking up well. He's sent me a meeting request for Friday for my 6-month probation review, and invited the a member of HR along, should I be concerned?!? When I interviewed for the post I mentioned my lack of experience in the job but also mentioned that I wanted the opportunity to get into the field etc etc and they offered it to me as a junior post, and working with someone else, but we've been busy doing other work that's been thrown out way than concentrating on the actual post, should I be worried that this will come up, although I've always talked to him about t in my 's and he's always been positive about my performance.

Am I worrying for nothing? Hi iv been in my job since last august over the last few weeks they have made me supervisor. I resived an email saying that my manager would like a with me. Iv just resived a message saying that my would be brought forward to this firday During 3 month probation, no training, support or review.

Employer sees no need No job description, workplace policies either. End of probation meeting called with no notice, letter from employer given to me describing what was addressed at the meeting BEFORE it took place.

What’s a probation period and why are they important?

In short, the answer is: yes, you can be fired while on probation. In the video below, Andrew Jewell, principal lawyer with Jewell Hancock Employment Lawyers, explains what you need to know about probationary periods and answers some of the most common questions people have about them. Both of these periods start when you begin your job. As they overlap, this essentially means that your employer can fire you at any point during the first six months of probation.

Working in B.C.

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Recruitment & probation

With so many new appointments being subject to the successful completion of a probationary period and so many questions coming into the First Practice Management advice line asking how to safely dismiss someone on a probationary period I felt that some guidance on probationary periods would be helpful. There is substantial evidence to suggest that probationary periods increase the probability that new employees will succeed in their new roles. The purpose of a probationary period is to allow a specific time period for the employee and employer to assess the suitability of the role after having first-hand experience. On the one hand, it gives the employer opportunity to assess objectively whether the new employee is suitable for the job taking into account their capability, skills, performance, attendance and general conduct. On the other hand, it gives the new employee the opportunity to see whether they like their new job and surroundings.

Dismissal During Probationary Period

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Can I Be Unfairly Dismissed During Probation?

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