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Letting Someone Go During Their Probation Period

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Document updated: 16 Feb 2026

What the resource helps with

This guide helps you handle probation dismissals clearly, fairly and professionally. It helps you make better decisions by explaining how to hold a short review meeting, confirm termination in writing and complete final leaver administration.

What's included

A practical guide covering probation review meetings, termination letters, notice, final pay, holiday pay, property return and system access removal.

When to Use the Resource

Use when considering ending employment during or at the end of probation.

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