Dismissal during the probation period in Rijswijk does not directly affect your entitlement to unemployment benefits (WW). The UWV, with the nearest office in The Hague, provides benefits if you have worked at least 26 weeks in the last 36 weeks, regardless of the probation period (Article 16 of the Work and Security Act (WWZ)). In Rijswijk, a commuter city near The Hague, many newcomers miss out on the transition payment, creating a financial gap.
Important for employers and employees in Rijswijk: report the dismissal to the UWV immediately within one week via the online portal or by telephone (088-8989294). Dismissal during the probation period is considered 'non-attributable', so there will be no sanction on your benefits. The duration of WW benefits varies from 3 months to 38 months, based on your employment history. In Rijswijk, you can combine WW benefits with social assistance through the municipality, which is particularly useful for residents in neighborhoods such as Innen or Oud-Rijswijk.
Local tips: build a case to contest the dismissal to improve your negotiation position. In 2023, 15% of probation period dismissal cases in the The Hague-Rijswijk region received WW benefits plus outplacement services through local agencies such as Randstad Rijswijk. Look for job vacancies via the UWV Werkbedrijf The Hague or the Rijswijk municipal job site. Consider networking at events hosted by the House of Work and Income Rijswijk for faster reintegration. (248 words)