Managing Employees on Probation: An Employer's Guide

Getting it Right Everytime!

The commencement of an employment relationship brings about specific obligations that the employer and the employee are required to fulfil. However, it has become commonplace to place a new employee on probation as a period of assessment of each other’s suitability and the likelihood of achieving the primary goals associated with entrusting one's productive capacity to the employer in exchange for compensation.

This programme will provide key guidance to participants on the effective management of the probationary period in a manner that leads to better outcomes for both the employee and the organisation. Participants will also explore how to address issues with probationers and the correct approach that should be adopted in the event that non-confirmation or dismissal is warranted.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED

• The concept and purpose of the probationary period
  
• The rights and responsibilities of the employer and employee during the probationary period
  
• The probationer after promotion
  
• Setting realistic goals
  
• Evaluating performance and providing feedback
  
• Non-confirmation and extending the probationary period
  
• Can I terminate during a probationary period?
  
• Managing the difficult conversations with your probationer
  
• Case Analysis

Date: Thursday 16th May 2024 | Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Cost (per person): $1,200.00 plus vat (ECA Members) | $1,500.00 plus vat (Non-Members)