You’ve decided to promote an employee, and whilst you’re pretty sure they’ll meet your expectations it’s possible that they won’t. So is there anything you can do to protect yourself if things don’t
work out?
Published 28.09.2009
It’s been suggested that probation periods are pointless because new employees can only claim unfair dismissal once they’ve accrued two years’ continuous service. So should you bother with them or
not?
Published 21.05.2014
Apparently, 88% of employers regret at least one recruitment decision they’ve made in the past twelve months. That means probation is more important than ever. How can these all-important trial
periods help you?
Published 01.07.2011
Although a candidate can look good on paper and interview well, they may not be the perfect match. You can test the waters with a probation period. If the required standards aren’t met, can it be
extended automatically?
Published 12.09.2017
You recently hired a new employee who impressed you at interview. However, although it’s still early days, he doesn’t seem to be gelling with his colleagues. Should you put this down to teething
troubles or step in?
Published 12.09.2013
Many employers prefer to subject new employees to a period of probation - indeed, there are many advantages to this approach. But what’s the legal position if you do nothing at the end of it?
Published 09.04.2015
It’s come to your attention that an employee isn’t carrying out some tasks that they’re required to do. This needs to be dealt with quickly, but is it a capability or conduct issue? How can you tell?
Published 30.08.2011
As long as you play by the rules, it’s quite possible to dismiss a poorly-perfoming probationer. But suppose that individual is also pregnant. Are you obliged to accept the situation simply because
she’s expecting?
Published 21.02.2012
According to reports, the government intends to double the qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims from one to two years. So is it time to celebrate?
Published 30.11.2010
An employee is working out their notice period and it’s obvious that they are starting to take it too easy. For example, their timekeeping is questionable and the standard of their work has dropped.
How should you deal with this?
Published 25.01.2017