Vacation during the probationary period
The employer does not have to give you leave during the probationary period - but there is still a possibility that you can still get some. Often it all comes down to how well you negotiate.
What you need:
- A good moment to talk to your manager
- An overview of when colleagues are on vacation
- As good a reason as possible why you need a vacation
During the trial period, you already acquire a right to vacation, namely one twelfth of the annual vacation per month, but in many companies it is common for new employees to take vacation only after the probationary period. However, that is not set in stone and it is still often possible to take a vacation during the probationary period.
Asking for leave
- Clarify beforehand whether a colleague has not already taken vacation at the desired date and who might have to take your place. Ask your team or your vacation replacement if there are any internal objections to your vacation.
- If you want to ask your manager for vacation during the probationary period, wait for a quiet moment to let him or her not feel too stressed. Then you should have a few good arguments ready as to why you want to take a vacation now.
- If you have a specific reason for wanting to take a vacation, feel free to mention it. Weddings, special birthdays of relatives (or your own!) Or other special events for which you need a vacation cannot be postponed. Of course, your supervisor knows that too and is more likely to accommodate you.
- One hand washes the other: Offer to take on an unloved shift or an extra holiday that no one else wants to work on.
Trial period over - this is how you behave appropriately
Until the probationary period is over, an employee is subject to the special ...
You should keep this in mind during the probationary period
- Do not take more vacation than you have already "earned" - for example, if you have only been three months If you are with the company, you should also take a maximum of three twelfths (i.e. a quarter) of your annual vacation restrict.
- It may even be advantageous for the company if you take your vacation during your probationary period. Your holiday wish will have a better chance if it falls during a period in which fewer orders are usually received - so you are back when there is a lot going on.
- Vacation at a point in time that is not during the school holidays or the main vacation time is usually easier to get if you are still in the probationary period. The advantage for the company is that you are available again as a substitute when the other colleagues want to take vacation.
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