Probationary periods

New and updated

• Type:

  Training

  Probationary periods - line manager training

  Enhanced throughout with guidance on the issues currently facing line managers during probationary periods, including hybrid working, communication and dismissal, as well as talking points for training sessions.

• Type:

  How to

  How to manage probationary periods

  Updated to reflect that terms about probationary periods must be included in the written statement of employment particulars, effective from 6 April 2020.

• Type:

  Letters and forms

  Probation period assessment form

  A model form for assessing an employee at the end of their probation period.

• Type:

  Policies and procedures

  Probation policy

  A model probation policy to outline your organisation's approach to probationary periods.

• Type:

  Letters and forms

  Letter inviting employee to meeting to discuss progress during probation

  A model letter to invite an employee on probation to a review meeting to discuss their progress to date.

• Type:

  Letters and forms

  Letter to employee on probation following internal transfer or promotion

  A model letter to an employee on probation following internal transfer or promotion.

• Type:

  Tasks

  Implement a probationary period for a new employee

• Type:

  Tasks

  Include a probationary period clause in an employment contract

• Type:

  Tasks

  Dismiss an employee during or at the end of a probationary period

• Type:

  Tasks

  Confirm an employee who has successfully completed their probationary period in the role