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Our Probation Extension Due to Training Letter Template offers additional time and support, ensuring employees can improve and meet performance expectations.
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Probation extension
I am writing to inform you that, following a review of your performance during your probationary period, we have decided to extend your probationary period for a further [insert duration] months. This decision has been made due to the need for additional training to help you meet the requirements of the role.
We have identified areas where you would benefit from additional training, and we believe that with the right support,
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The purpose of a "Probation Extension Due to Training Letter Template" is to formally communicate to an employee that their probationary period is being extended due to the need for further training.
The letter serves as a means to provide the employee with clarity about the extension and the reasons for it. It outlines the specific training and support that will be provided to help the employee improve their skills and performance. The template aims to give the employee an opportunity to address any performance concerns during the probationary period, demonstrating the employer's commitment to supporting their development.
Additionally, the letter helps document the extension decision and the steps being taken to assist the employee in meeting the required performance standards.
A letter extending a probationary period due to further training required is essential for the following reasons:
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In the UK, completing a probationary period does not have any legal effect in and of itself. The probationary period is a contractual agreement between the employer and employee, and its purpose is to allow both parties to assess whether the employee is suitable for the role.
When issuing a Probation extension due to training letter in the UK, there are a few key employment laws that should be considered:
Yes. This template has been designed for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses, charities and growing employers. It follows UK employment law best practice and can be adapted to suit your organisation.
Our templates are developed with UK employment legislation, Acas guidance and HR best practice in mind and are reviewed and updated as relevant requirements change. However, every employment situation is different, so the template should be adapted to the circumstances and checked against the employee's contract and your organisation's procedures before use.
Yes, we highlight the areas of the document that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable format (such as .doc or .xls) so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the Probation extension due to training letter template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
AI can produce a document quickly, but effective HR documentation needs to be more than well-written words. It needs to reflect relevant UK employment law, HR best practice, practical considerations and the circumstances in which it will be used. These resources have been professionally developed around that wider HR context, drawing on extensive practical experience, rather than simply generating a generic document from a prompt.
Darryl Horn, Chartered HR Director
Darryl is a Chartered HR professional with over 25 years' experience in senior HR and employee relations roles.
He has extensive practical experience of managing probation processes and founded hrdocbox to provide businesses with practical, professionally developed HR resources grounded in UK employment law and best practice.
"Darryl provides support and advice with excellent judgement, and has a strong understanding of people, policies and UK employment legislation."
"He is someone I trust; consistent, dependable, and committed to doing things properly."
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