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Probation

Probation applies to all our new employees, including fixed term employees of 6 months or more.


New employees will undergo an induction process into their new role.

During the induction period the new employee will be able to:

  • understand the requirements of their new role
  • demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience
  • achieve the required standard of performance in respect to duties, attendance and behaviours

Employees who transfer from another council will still be subject to a probationary period as they are new to Derbyshire County Council.

This policy doesn't apply to casual workers or employees based in schools.

Existing employees who move to a new role will not have a probationary period in their new role.

Further information can be found in the probation policy attached to this page and it's supporting documents.