Leading our Island

Appointment of executive leaders and board members

The appointment of executive leaders and board members across the Jersey Public Service has a major impact on the successful delivery of policy and services across the Island, and consequently it's vitally important that we engage and appoint the best possible candidates.

Many of the appointments at this level will have the oversight of the Jersey Appointments Commission which will ensure that the selection process is fair, efficient and conducted in accordance with best practice and procedure.

We actively look to recruit people from different backgrounds, with diverse perspectives. This creates a richer, more varied environment, where you’re exposed to new ideas, new ways of thinking and new opportunities.

Appointment of executive leaders and board members

The appointment of executive leaders and board members across the Jersey Public Service has a major impact on the successful delivery of policy and services across the Island, and consequently it's vitally important that we engage and appoint the best possible candidates.

Many of the appointments at this level will have the oversight of the Jersey Appointments Commission which will ensure that the selection process is fair, efficient and conducted in accordance with best practice and procedure.

We actively look to recruit people from different backgrounds, with diverse perspectives. This creates a richer, more varied environment, where you’re exposed to new ideas, new ways of thinking and new opportunities.

Latest executive and board opportunities

Latest executive and board opportunities

No Current Executive & Board Roles Available

At the moment, we do not have any live executive or board-level opportunities.

However, we are always looking for talent, and new roles will become available in the future.

Please check back regularly for exciting opportunities to join our team.

Director of Nursing, Allied Health Professions, Clinical Governance and Quality

Director of Nursing, AHP, Quality and Governance

Full information pack: Director of Nursing, AHP, Quality and Governance information pack

Job information: 

The Director of Nursing, AHP, Quality and Governance is an integral part of our small community’s healthcare system. Our nurses, who work within our hospital or in the community and mental health feel a real sense of fulfilment and the nursing leader will enjoy connecting their efforts and the Island community’s overall health and quality of life.

Be part of a small Island where you can make a big impact.

The Director of Nursing is the Executive Nurse in Health and Care Jersey’s (HCJSD) services division and as such, the post holder has corporate responsibility for the strong and visible professional leadership of all Nursing / Midwifery staff and Allied Health Professionals together with the standard and quality of care delivered by those staff.

In partnership with the Medical Director, provide joint leadership for Clinical Governance, to develop, implement and manage the governance framework, thus enabling HCJSD to measure and continually improve both clinical quality and controls assurance standards.

As a member of the HCJSD health leadership team, you will contribute to the overall strategic direction and leadership of the organisation. Together with colleagues, you will ensure that the organisation has appropriate strategies and management systems in place, paying particular regard to Nursing / Midwifery / Allied Health Professionals and governance, to provide assurance on the delivery of services in line with business plan objectives, relevant legislation, and service standards.

This role will enable you to provide strategic leadership for Nursing, Midwifery and AHP services, securing the support and commitment of staff and key stakeholders by providing expertise and understanding of current and future service issues. As a Senior Leader, you will provide corporate accountability for the strong and visible professional leadership of all nursing and midwifery staff, together with the standard and quality of care delivered by those staff.

As the principal nursing expert, you will be responsible for advising Health & Care Jersey Island Division on all matters relating to Nursing, Midwifery and AHP in HCJSD, as well as representing HCJSD on local, regional, and national Nursing, Midwifery, AHPs or related bodies. The Director will act as the first point of contact and professional regulator to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

This is an opportunity for an individual to make a genuine difference and contribute to the creation of healthcare facilities for future generations.

Further information and how to apply:

To find out more about the role, and how to apply, please view the Director of Nursing, AHP, Quality and Governance information pack

For an informal, confidential, conversation regarding the role, please contact Ian Tegerdine, by email on i.Tegerdine@health.gov.je

Closing date: 25th February 2025

Director of Workforce in Health and Care Jersey 

Director of Workforce in Health and Care Jersey

Full job description: Director of Workforce - Health and Care Jersey - full job description

Introduction: 

We are seeking an exceptional leader for the position of Director of Workforce to shape our workforce strategy and ensure that our people are supported to deliver essential health and care services to Jersey residents. We have ambitious plans to improve health and care in Jersey, which includes changes that will make a real difference to our patients, people and the services that we provide.  

The Director of Workforce is responsible for developing and implementing a strategic, outcome focussed approach to resourcing within Health and Care Jersey, to ensure that the needs of Jersey residents are met when accessing health and care services. 

Health and Care Jersey:

Health and Care Jersey is a department of the Government of Jersey. While not part of the NHS, it operates within national career frameworks but enjoys greater autonomy and flexibility - benefits that extend to our team members.  

Our comprehensive training and education programmes also foster relationships across different parts of the public service, creating a supportive sense of community and professional camaraderie. 

This is an opportunity for an individual to make a real difference to the delivery of the Jersey’s health and care services. 

Role overview:

The Director of Workforce plays a pivotal role in shaping and overseeing workforce planning across our health and care services, working closely with senior leadership and operational teams on all HR and People matters, to attract, retain, and develop a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce that meets the current and future needs of our services.   

The successful applicant will be responsible for developing workforce strategies to meet the needs of Health and Care Jersey, working with the Health and Care Services Board and a new Health and Care Partnership Board, to support our current workforce needs and the development of the New Healthcare Facilities Programme, including a new Acute Hospital supported by a digital strategy.  

Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in Jersey’s health and care professional networks, as well as People Services HR teams, will be a key element of the role, to ensure workforce needs are met in alignment with overall service priorities. 

For a full job specification, please click the attached link: Director of Workforce - Health and Care Jersey - full job description

Working in Jersey:

Life and work in Jersey offers a balance of familiarity and uniqueness. With one central hospital and a small number of offsite facilities, there is limited commuting, and you’ll quickly develop strong connections with colleagues, contacts and stakeholders.  Please see the attached link providing some further insight on working and living in Jersey- Jersey: a life less ordinary

How to apply: 

We are keen to hear from applicants with experience in leading and managing all aspects of healthcare workforce development at a senior level, as well as qualifications to MCIPD/Masters level (or equivalent). 

For an informal, confidential, conversation regarding the role, please contact resourcing@gov.je

To apply, please link to the application page: Director of Workforce - Health and Care Jersey Job Details | Jersey Public Service

Closing date: 14th February 2025