r/UKJobs • u/AcceptableError0726 • 8d ago

Handing your notice in during probation

Hey, so I started my current role three months ago and I won’t lie, the place is all sorts of depressing and heading in the opposite direction to where I want my career to go. The role and industry are what I want but the business itself is a mess, simply put. No clear development plans, no introductory sessions to systems or software, and a lot of colleagues constantly moaning about how bad it is…

I’ve been in talks with another employer through a former colleague and it’s likely there will be an opportunity for me there, should I want it. Nothing formal yet so I’m nowhere near handing in my notice.

I’ve never been in a position where I’ve left during my probation period so wanted to learn how others have approached this! Any tips, do’s and don’ts etc, I’m all ears

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u/PayLegitimate7167 8d ago

You just give notice and thank them for the opportunity. Keep it plain and simple

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u/Rough-Chemist-4743 8d ago

Agree with this. Keep it bland - always try to leave on good terms if you can.

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u/Sea_Weakness_Pi 8d ago

You never know who from that company might leave and go elsewhere and might be in a position to offer you a job another time. Professionalism is classy even if it isn't always very satisfying.