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leither17
28-01-2015, 04:19 PM
I have been offered a promotion at work and have been giving a new contract to sign as a result. I have also been giving another piece of paper that stands alone from the contract that says its for a probationary period of 3 months.
Does this mean after the 3 months they can get rid of me?
Is this the done thing I'm a bit clueless when it comes to contracts and the like any help or opinions would be apperciated
deek
28-01-2015, 06:44 PM
A probationary period is standard on contracts.
leither17
28-01-2015, 07:12 PM
A probationary period is standard on contracts.

Even when I have been working in a similar job for the same company for 5 years already?
Greenworld
28-01-2015, 07:28 PM
You should have a fall back to you old job visit citizen advice and show them contracts before you sign anything
bigwheel
28-01-2015, 07:47 PM
I have been offered a promotion at work and have been giving a new contract to sign as a result. I have also been giving another piece of paper that stands alone from the contract that says its for a probationary period of 3 months.
Does this mean after the 3 months they can get rid of me?
Is this the done thing I'm a bit clueless when it comes to contracts and the like any help or opinions would be apperciated


Doesn't sound right...I have a friend who is an employment lawyer.....PM me if you want some advice and I'll give you his contact details...
sleeping giant
01-02-2015, 03:42 PM
Ask for it to be removed . Tell them that even though you really want the position , you couldn't possibly consider a temporary 3 month contract.
I've had the probationary period removed twice over the years.
Depends on how much they want you I suppose.
Beefster
01-02-2015, 07:23 PM
I've never had to sign a new contract for an internal promotion. Personally, I'd be wary.
Hibby Bairn
01-02-2015, 08:18 PM
Should be continuous employment so get it removed. If not continuous then they can dismiss you anytime in next 12 months never mind next 3.
Danderhall Hibs
01-02-2015, 09:47 PM
I've never had to sign a new contract for an internal promotion. Personally, I'd be wary.

I have - just did in December, but there was no mention of a probationary period in it.