The Probationary Review Form is a essential document used in German employment relationships to evaluate new employees during their probationary period (Probezeit), which typically lasts up to six months. This document is required to comply with German labor law requirements, including the German Civil Code (BGB), Works Constitution Act (BetrVG), and data protection regulations (BDSG and GDPR). The form should be completed before the end of the probationary period to document the employee's performance, integration into the company, and determine whether the employment relationship should be continued, extended, or terminated. It serves as an official record of the evaluation process and protects both employer and employee interests by ensuring a transparent and structured assessment.
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1. Employee Information: Basic details including employee name, position, department, start date, and probation period dates
2. Reviewer Information: Details of the supervisor/manager conducting the review
3. Performance Criteria: Standard evaluation metrics including quality of work, reliability, initiative, and teamwork capabilities
4. Skills Assessment: Evaluation of job-specific skills and competencies required for the role
5. Attendance and Punctuality: Record of attendance, punctuality, and time management during the probationary period
6. Overall Performance Rating: Summary rating scale (e.g., exceeds expectations, meets expectations, needs improvement, unsatisfactory)
7. Recommendations: Clear statement on whether employment should be confirmed, extended, or terminated
8. Signatures and Date: Space for signatures of reviewer, employee, and HR representative, with dates
1. Development Goals: Specific areas identified for improvement and development, used when continuing employment
2. Training Requirements: Additional training or support needed, included when specific skill gaps are identified
3. Extension Details: Terms and duration of probation extension, if applicable
4. Employee Self-Assessment: Section for employee's own performance evaluation, used in organizations promoting two-way feedback
5. Works Council Comments: Space for works council remarks, required in companies with works council representation
1. Performance Metrics Guide: Detailed explanation of rating criteria and performance indicators
2. Job Description: Original job description against which performance is evaluated
3. Development Plan Template: Structured template for documenting development goals and action plans
4. Previous Review Notes: Records of any interim reviews conducted during the probationary period
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