Yes. Probation lets you assess a new worker over a fair, agreed period, usually up to three months. It does not mean you can end the job on a whim: you still have to give guidance, a fair chance to improve, and a fair process. AskMandla sets a sensible probation term in the contract and explains what it does and does not allow.
What probation is for
Probation is a settling-in period at the start of a new job. It gives you a proper window to see whether the work is up to standard, and it gives the worker a chance to learn how your home runs.
A fair length
A few weeks up to about three months is normal, depending on the job. It should be agreed up front and written into the contract, not stretched out indefinitely.
What you still have to do
Probation lowers the bar, it does not remove it. If the work is not up to standard you should:
- Tell the worker clearly what is not working.
- Give guidance and a real chance to improve.
- Only then, if it does not improve, end the job through a fair process.
How AskMandla helps
We set a fair probation term in the contract, explain how it works in plain language, and guide you if you need to give feedback, extend it, or end the job during it.