The 2026 Employment Rights Act changed the rules. You now have just 6 months to assess a new hire before they gain full unfair dismissal rights. Probation Pilot automates the evidence trail you need to stay compliant.
Probation Pilot is a narrow, standalone tool for structuring probation reviews and producing a defensible audit trail — not an HR system.
Probation Pilot does one thing: it enforces a consistent, documented probation process so employers can demonstrate reasonableness if challenged.
We calculate your critical probation review dates based on statutory timelines.
Managers get a 2-minute link at Months 1, 3, and 5. No HR jargon, just facts.
Instantly generate timestamped, legally-formatted PDFs to prove a fair process was followed.
Designed for employers who already have contracts and policies in place, but need a reliable way to document probation decisions.
Built for busy managers who need to stay compliant.
Automatically aligned to statutory timelines — does not provide legal advice or replace HR policies.
Designed to be completed on a phone in under 120 seconds. Perfect for the shop floor.
Email notifications that warn you 14 days before the legal protection threshold.
No. Probation Pilot is deliberately narrow. It does not manage employee records, policies, payroll, absence, or performance beyond probation.
It exists solely to structure early probation decisions and produce a defensible audit trail if those decisions are later challenged.
If you miss a scheduled review, you risk granting your new hire full unfair dismissal rights. Probation Pilot sends reminders and makes it easy to document every step.
Probation Pilot is designed to support employers in documenting a consistent probation process. It does not provide legal advice, but produces clear, timestamped records that can be reviewed by your legal or HR advisor if needed.
Absolutely. Every review generates a legally-formatted PDF that you can download and store in your own files or send directly to your legal advisor if needed.
Most reviews can be completed in under 2 minutes on any device. The process is streamlined for busy managers.
Our support team is available via email to help you with any questions or issues.