DD started a new job approx 9 months ago, has a fixed term contract which is up at end of March - but thought likely would be continued as another fixed 12 month contract
Spent 3 months in training department then 3 months in mentoring process, this was all covered within 6 month probation period, she has been struggling with her role and asked for extra help
At end of 6 months they decided to extend probationary period for a further 3 months and drew up an action plan including weekly reviews and more focussed mentoring - which she agreed to happily
It is now coming toward end of this 3 month plan, they have reviewed her progress and are not happy that she has improved enough, and feel she is not right for the job
Although this is obviously a disappointment, she feels unable to argue with that decision, although has told them she feels that she has been penalised for asking for help.
The issue however is they are trying to force her to resign by saying it will be much easier for her - less stressful - she wouldn't have to work her notice etc, and that they will give her a better reference if she does, and she can just tell future employers she didn't like the job
I am concerned if she officially resigns that is letting them off the hook, making it easier for them, it says that she doesn't want/need the job when in fact she does desperately
I am also worried that it will affect her entitlement to claim benefits etc
So far she is holding her ground, and saying that they must either give her notice officially, which would be 1 month or let her stay to end of contract which would be 2 months
They appear very reluctant to do this and keep pressing her to reconsider
Every day this week she has been called in to some kind of meeting
It all seems very strange to me
Any advice re benefit sanctions or why they would be doing this greatly appreciated
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Being encouraged to resign - help please
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JaceLancs · 29/01/2016 19:48
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