Probation Termination Letter - Unsuccessful and Employment Ending
Occassionally the unfortunate occurs and an employee fails to meet performance, conduct and/or behaviour standards during their probation period.
You can terminate employment and dismiss an employee during their probation period.
However, as an employer you need to act fast to avoid permanent employment occurring or an employee gaining the right to bring an unfair dismissal claim against you.
This letter will help you inform an employee that their employment is being terminated:
- during the probation period (i.e. during the first few weeks or months of employment)
- at the end of the probation period
- at the end of an extended probation period
This letter includes everything you need to tell an employee about their employment termination, including:
- unsuccessful probation period completion
- unsatisfactory job performance
- support, assistance and training provided to an employee to help them improve
- details of probationary reviews to date
- employment, probation and termination details
- notice pay and contractual entitlements upon termination
- payroll and P45 details
- providing a work reference
Use this letter now to cover yourself against potential claims and to legally exercise your right to terminate employment.