Sainsburys threatening

So I’ve been working at Sainsburys for a while and my probationary period hasn’t gone yet. My manager talked to me essentially stating that I wasn’t productive enough and that it was my fault that a task didn’t get done in my last shift. However, I wasn’t in charge of that particular task, a colleague was who even admitted it to me. My manager set up a meeting with 2 other managers basically threatening me saying that I could be dismissed if I don’t work harder. They said these meetings usually lead to dismissal but that’s not what they wanted. I’ve got about a month to ‘prove’ myself. I’m just wondering if I should quit before then as it’s clear that I’m the one being blamed, my colleagues agree and one even suggested it’s due to racism. The hours are quite long and I’ve got school to focus on, so in a way this would be better for me. Just wondering if anyone’s been in the same position and what happened? I know this isn’t the right forum but I’d like to remain anonymous. I’m also applying for other jobs just in case I do decide to leave.

So I’ve been working at Sainsburys for a while and my probationary period hasn’t gone yet. My manager talked to me essentially stating that I wasn’t productive enough and that it was my fault that a task didn’t get done in my last shift. However, I wasn’t in charge of that particular task, a colleague was who even admitted it to me. My manager set up a meeting with 2 other managers basically threatening me saying that I could be dismissed if I don’t work harder. They said these meetings usually lead to dismissal but that’s not what they wanted. I’ve got about a month to ‘prove’ myself. I’m just wondering if I should quit before then as it’s clear that I’m the one being blamed, my colleagues agree and one even suggested it’s due to racism. The hours are quite long and I’ve got school to focus on, so in a way this would be better for me. Just wondering if anyone’s been in the same position and what happened? I know this isn’t the right forum but I’d like to remain anonymous. I’m also applying for other jobs just in case I do decide to leave.

What is your race

that’s awful.

i would encourage you to stay. only quit if you have a job to go to. the pandemic has meant that hundreds of people have lost their jobs and there aren’t many jobs going. even when there is a job, you will be competing against everyone else who lost their job.

So I’ve been working at Sainsburys for a while and my probationary period hasn’t gone yet. My manager talked to me essentially stating that I wasn’t productive enough and that it was my fault that a task didn’t get done in my last shift. However, I wasn’t in charge of that particular task, a colleague was who even admitted it to me. My manager set up a meeting with 2 other managers basically threatening me saying that I could be dismissed if I don’t work harder. They said these meetings usually lead to dismissal but that’s not what they wanted. I’ve got about a month to ‘prove’ myself. I’m just wondering if I should quit before then as it’s clear that I’m the one being blamed, my colleagues agree and one even suggested it’s due to racism. The hours are quite long and I’ve got school to focus on, so in a way this would be better for me. Just wondering if anyone’s been in the same position and what happened? I know this isn’t the right forum but I’d like to remain anonymous. I’m also applying for other jobs just in case I do decide to leave.

Yeah I completely agree I’ve been struggling to find a job since last year so I’m definitely reluctant on quitting but I just don’t want to tell future employers I’ve been dismissed if I end up getting sacked.

If you leave because you are moving, perfectly reasonable to quit. If you are to allege racism, it helps if you have someone to compare with who you feel has been treated differently.

is there no way of appealing the decision? i guess the best thing to do is always look busy and work your hardest until they stop watching you. seems like you’re being treated unfairly though!

They’re legally allowed to terminate my contract anytime within the first 12 weeks so I don’t believe there would be a point in appealing and I think it’s overall for the best anyways as I’m moving and I’ve got school to focus on right now! I’ll try looking for jobs with less hours and closer to my new place

Yeah Im trying to find jobs and apply but it’s quite hard right now! Wish me luck If I quit and I get asked why did I leave then I already know what to say but I just don’t want to say I got fired :/