Can they dismiss me without following their policy?

Florah
Florah Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited January 2024 in Work


Hello, 

I’m currently working for a local authority in the UK in the support and safeguarding team. 6 month probation is due to end first week of February. I returned from Christmas to be told I’ve got a performance plan meeting. 

I informed them when accepting the role I have a thyroid condition and spoke with OH. My manager has decided to re-refer me 7/12/23 and had my appointment 4/1/24

I’ve checked the policy, I’ve not had probation meetings or objectives set, it’s not been made clear on improvements needed or support to do this. Any advice? Can they dismiss me without following their policy? 
Thanks

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  • Adrian_Scope
    Adrian_Scope Posts: 14,437 Online Community Programme Lead
    Good morning @Florah and a warm welcome to the community.

    I'm sorry to hear that employment issues have brought you here. Are you able to ask your employer more information about the meeting ahead of it?

    It's great that you've already taken the initiative to check their policies. Was your meeting with occupational health useful? From what you've shared, it does seem like they haven't followed their policy so far.

    Unfortunately, I'm not an expert in this area and was wondering if you've heard of ACAS? They provide free, impartial advice on workplace rights, and my partner found them very useful when dealing with issues at an old job. In situations like this, the main advice I can give is to document everything. Keep a record of all communications, meetings, and any documentation related to your probation process. This can be useful in case you need to reference specific details in the future.

    Best of luck, and please let us know how you get on.
  • trb10
    trb10 Community Member Posts: 71 Contributor
    Have you been off sick within your probation period?  Have you been given any warnings whether verbal or written about your absence or performance since starting the job?

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