HR Brief Bites 2: Managing probationary periods effectively

Aim

Looking to manage probation periods more effectively?

As a line manager, you play a key role in the success of a new employee’s probationary period. This workshop is designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage this critical phase. You’ll learn strategies for setting clear objectives, providing constructive feedback, and making well-informed decisions about a new hire’s future in your team. The aim is to ensure a smooth transition for both the new employee and your existing team, ultimately contributing to the overall success of your practice.

This short workshop will help you as a line manager to:

• Set clear expectations and objectives
• Understand the legal aspects of probationary periods and
• learn how to evaluate performance effectively to make decisions about confirmation, extension, or termination of employment

Who should attend the workshop

• Managers, team leads and staff in a supervisory role within primary care

Workshop format

Tutors: Nicola Harry or Tracy Madgwick

All participants will need access to a laptop or PC with camera and sound in a quiet space. Please have your camera on if possible during the training as this makes is more enjoyable for everyone.

Zoom joining instructions will be sent as part of the joining instructions.

We will send the slides out to all participants after the workshop.

Please feel free to bring your lunch with you to the workshop.