Probation periods
Most new Western Sydney University staff (whether engaged on a fixed-term contract of more than one year or on a continuing basis) are appointed on a probationary basis. Probation is the period during which a decision about your continuing employment can be made.
During your probationary period, the University offers appropriate support, development opportunities and feedback to assist you to move to continuing employment.
Academic Staff
If you are an academic staff member with a probationary period, or are a supervisor of such a staff member, you are strongly advised to read the probation clauses of the Academic Staff Agreement 2017 - 2021 (PDF, 2736.02 KB),(opens in a new window) which outlines the process for academic probationary appointments.
Below are some frequently asked questions to summarise some of the information.
How long is a probationary period?
What is the initial process for confirmation of appointment?
What happens if I'm not achieving the expected outcomes?
Who decides whether my appointment is confirmed?
Can the probationary period be extended if I have not met the requirements by the due date?
May I appeal if unsuccessful?
Professional Staff
The Professional Staff Agreement 2017 - 2021 (PDF, 2932.92 KB) (opens in a new window) outlines the provision for probationary periods, which are usually up to six months.
As a professional staff employee with a probationary period, or a supervisor of such staff, you are strongly encouraged to read this clause and also to be aware of its relationship to the Performance Management requirements.
Below are some frequently asked questions to summarise some of the information.
What is the process for confirmation of appointment?
When do I have the review?
After I have obtained the guidance and support, what happens next?
If I don't meet the requirements, can the probationary period be extended?
Am I allowed to comment on the recommendation?
Related Documents
- Professional Staff Agreement 2017 - 2021 (PDF, 2932.92 KB) (opens in a new window)
- Academic Staff Agreement 2017 - 2021 (PDF, 2736.02 KB) (opens in a new window)
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