Elevate Session | Successful Probation
Elevate Session | Successful Probation
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Elevate Session | Managing People Risk
Successful Probations
A 3.5-hour live session, delivered as part of our People pillar
Unfair Dismissal Rights Are Changing
With the implementation of the ERA 2025, employees will have the right from January 2027 to bring an unfair dismissal claim after only six months of employment. The compensation award cap for unfair dismissal claims is being removed, and employees will have double the time to make employment tribunal claims. If your organisation lacks robust processes for managing probation periods, you will face significantly increased legal and reputational risk. Investing in management capability is no longer optional, it is essential. This course provides a clear and practical framework for understanding these obligations and preparing your organisation accordingly.
About this session
This is a 3.5-hour Elevate Live session, delivered by an expert facilitator in an engaging, interactive format. As part of our Managing People Risk pillar, it focuses on the new legal framework and management best practice needed to manage probation periods effectively. Delegates have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss real scenarios and leave with actionable next steps.
Who should attend
This course is recommended for individuals who:
- Hold overall responsibility for HR policy or workplace compliance
- Occupy a senior management role with oversight of workplace conduct
- Are required to brief their board or leadership team on forthcoming legal changes
- Wish to assess whether existing probation processes will meet the new standard
- Require clarity on the practical implications of the enhanced unfair dismissal rights
Benefits of attending
- Clarity on the legal framework around probation periods and the right to claim unfair dismissal
- Understanding of the risks associated with ending a contract during o at the end of probation, and how to mitigate them
- A practical framework for an effective onboarding process, from induction to end of probation
- Understanding of common pitfalls when managing probations and how to avoid them
- Preparation to ensure effective application of best practice ahead of the enhanced unfair dismissal rights coming into force in January 2027
Course content
- The cost of poor probation management
- From induction to probation: what good onboarding looks like
- The new legal landscape: risks and considerations
- Structuring your probationary period
- Setting clear objectives
- Monitoring and reviewing progress
- Ending the employment contract during or at end of probation
- Record keeping
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I log on?
A link to your training session will be included in the confirmation email you receive after purchasing your ticket.
Initially, this link will direct you to the event page. As the training date approaches, the link will automatically redirect you to the Microsoft Teams meeting for your session.
We recommend checking that you can access the link before the training begins and joining a few minutes early where possible.
If you experience any difficulties accessing the session or have not received your confirmation email, please contact l&d@worknest.com and a member of the Learning & Development team will be happy to help.
Can a group of us log on from a meeting room?
Training places are sold on a one ticket per delegate basis, and attendance is recorded against individual bookings.
Where possible, we ask that each delegate joins from their own device to ensure everyone can fully participate and receive any associated attendance records or certificates.
If your organisation has purchased multiple tickets and delegates need to join from the same meeting room or shared location, please contact l&d@worknest.com before the session. While individual logins are preferred, we understand this is not always possible and will be happy to discuss the most appropriate arrangement for your group.
I'm having trouble logging on. Who should I contact?
Please contact l&d@worknest.com if you experience any issues accessing your session.
Will the training be recorded?
No, training sessions are not recorded.
Can I log in from a mobile phone or tablet?
While joining from a laptop or desktop computer is recommended for the best experience, training sessions can also be accessed via mobile phones and tablets.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Certificates can be requested via the feedback form provided at the end of the training session.
Can I pay by invoice?
Payment via card through Ticket Tailor is preferred. If you require an invoice, please contact l&d@worknest.com before booking.
I have paid through Ticket Tailor but have received a WorkNest invoice. Do I need to pay again?
No. As part of our finance processes, an invoice may be issued to confirm that payment has been received. No further payment is required.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
All bookings are transferable but non-refundable.
If you can no longer attend a course, we encourage you to transfer your place to a colleague where appropriate. To amend, transfer, or cancel a booking, please contact l&d@worknest.com as soon as possible.
In exceptional circumstances, requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis at WorkNest's discretion. While refunds are not normally available, we will always work with you to find a suitable solution wherever possible.
How do I cancel a booking?
To cancel or transfer a booking, please contact l&d@worknest.com with your booking details and the course name. We recommend contacting us as early as possible so that we can assist with alternative arrangements where available.