Termination Of Contract

[cas42]

Hi, I recently started a new position of HR Administrator on a 3 month trial period. Last week I was moved to a new position of Assistant PA but did not receive or sign a new contract. I have since been given a termination of employment due to my unsuitability for the role (this is in my 9th week of employment). It did not mention in the letter which role but I know it is for the Assistant PA. I was not offered my previous role back and know that this has not been offered to anyone else. I may be 'clutching at straws' here but do I have any rights where I can go back to them to say that I should have been offered my old role back? Thanks for any advice.

[Old_Geezer]

I don't know the law but I believe it wouldn't hurt to ask.

[Buenchico]

Within the first two years of employment, an employee can dismiss an employer for any reason (or, indeed, without any reason at all). The only exceptions relate to those forms of discrimination which are specifically illegal. (e.g. an employer can't dismiss an employee if he finds out that they're gay or a Muslim).

So it seems that you're up the metaphorical creek without the proverbial paddle. Sorry!

[cas42]

I thought as much, worth asking though. Thank you for clarifying.

[bednobs]

i think Chris means an employer can dismiss the employee :) You are perfectly at liberty to dismiss your employer whenever you like!

[wolf63]

Sounds like Chris has been drinking and posting again.

cas42 - best wishes in getting another job ☺

[Buenchico]

>>> Sounds like Chris has been drinking and posting again

No, it was alcohol withdrawal symptoms, Wolfie!

(Sorry about the silly error, Cas42)