This sample probationary 1 year contract is a template for use by Departments when awarding 1 year probationary contracts to staff. It should be noted that this contract is currently being revised.

Further advice on the extension of contracts because of maternity leave is given in:

Letter to Personnel Officer 2009:
Extension of Probation due to Maternity leave and competitions for promotion (clarification of Circular 31-06)

Circular 31/2006:
Implementation of the Regulations of the Maternity Protection (Amendment) Act 2004