Sick during the probationary period: can I be terminated?

During the trial period, new employees should show whether they are successful in the job.

But what happens when you get sick?

Is there a threat of termination?

The trial period in German companies usually lasts six months, sometimes only three.

During this time, both parties should determine whether they are a good match and whether their decision was the right one.

For the employee, however, this also means: They have to show that they have what it takes for the new position and that they have proven themselves in everyday work. 

It makes a bad impression when you get sick - but can you lose your job as a result?

And what about the continued payment of wages in the event of illness? 

Termination: relaxed rules apply during the trial period

During the probationary period, special rules apply under labor law that cannot be compared with regular labor law.

These include: 

• a relaxed notice period of 14 days and

• Termination is possible without giving reasons.

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During this phase, managers have more opportunities to "get rid of" employees. 

During the probationary period, termination due to illness may be terminated

If an employee falls ill during the probationary period, this does not actually save them from dismissal - unlike after the probationary period (exception: termination due to illness).

Also read:

Why do superiors quit because of an illness? 

The reason is as follows: Your employee could have the impression that you are unable to perform the contractually agreed work. 

But don't worry: getting sick is human and most bosses won't fire you straight away because of the flu.

This is more likely if you do 

• especially often, 

• for a long time or even 

• get chronically ill.

As long as you report your illness clearly and in good time, you are unlikely to be in trouble. 

More on this:

You can read here how to report sickness correctly at work and what your boss should know about your illness.

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