The Jersey Care Commission is an independent regulator responsible for the registration of health and social care professionals and the inspection and regulation of health and social care services in Jersey.

The Commission regulates a wide range of services for adults and children, including care homes, day care provision, home care services, children's social work services, children's homes, fostering and adoption services, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). In 2026, the Commission's remit expanded significantly to include the regulation and inspection of hospital, Government of Jersey provided mental health services and ambulance services. Further information about the work of the Commission can be found on our website: Jersey Care Commission.

Appointment of Commissioners

The Chair of the Jersey Care Commission is seeking to appoint two Commissioners to join the existing Board. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about improving the quality, safety and effectiveness of health and social care services and who can provide strategic leadership and constructive challenge at Board level. Applicants should have Board or senior leadership experience and expertise in one of the following areas:

Mental Health

• Experience at Board or Director level within health or care services, particularly mental health services.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health (Jersey) Law and the wider mental health sector.An understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing mental health services.
• The ability to contribute confidently to strategic discussions and decision-making at Board level.

Children's and Social Care Services

• Board or senior leadership experience within social care services.
• Knowledge and understanding of children's social care, safeguarding, fostering, adoption, residential care, or related services.
• An appreciation of the challenges and opportunities within the social care sector and a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families.

What We Are Looking For
Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A commitment to improving health and social care services.
• Strong strategic thinking and governance skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively while providing independent scrutiny and challenge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to the values of public service and regulatory excellence.

Appointment Details

Appointments will be made for an initial period of three years. Prospective applicants should note the relevant disqualifications set out in Schedule 2, Paragraph 4 of the Regulation of Care (Jersey) Law 2014.

Further Information:

For further information please see the Commissioner role specification. If you'd like to arrange an informal discussion about the role and the work of the Commission, please contact: Dr Nigel Acheson, Chair, Jersey Care Commission.

Email: n.acheson@carecommission.je

How to apply:

To formally apply, please submit your CV and Supporting Statement to: n.acheson@carecommission.je

Closing date: 30 September 2026

Help shape the future of young people in Jersey

Youth Court Panel Members Help shape the future of young people in Jersey. The Bailiff invites applications for three vacancies on the Youth Court Panel.

The Jersey Youth Court deals with criminal cases involving children and young people under the age of 18 and is an important part of Jersey's criminal justice system. The Court is made up of a Magistrate sitting with two members drawn from the Youth Court Panel. Together, they play a vital role in reaching fair and balanced decisions affecting the lives of young people.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of young people and to the administration of justice in Jersey.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking individuals of integrity, fairness and sound judgement who can carefully consider information, work collaboratively, and reach reasoned decisions.

No formal qualifications or previous court experience are required. Training and ongoing support will be provided.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds and professions. A diverse Youth Court Panel helps ensure that the Court benefits from a broad range of perspectives and experiences that reflect the community it serves.

Applicants should understand, or be willing to learn about, the challenges facing young people in Jersey and possess a broad awareness of contemporary youth culture.

The role

Youth Court Panel members sit alongside a Magistrate to hear cases involving children and young people and contribute to the Court's decision-making process.

The role is voluntary and designed to fit alongside existing professional and personal commitments. Panel members are generally asked to sit in Court approximately once every six to eight weeks, usually for a morning, although additional sittings may occasionally be required.

Why join the Youth Court Panel?

Serving on the Panel offers a rewarding opportunity to:

• Make a positive difference to the lives of young people
• Support fair and effective justice in Jersey
• Contribute to decisions that can influence future outcomes for young people
• Work alongside Magistrates and fellow Panel members
• Gain valuable insight into Jersey's criminal justice system

The work is both challenging and rewarding, requiring careful consideration of the interests of young people, victims and the wider community, while supporting accountability, rehabilitation and positive future outcomes.

Find out more

Prospective applicants will have an opportunity to meet the Magistrates and current Youth Court Panel members in September. Details are available on enquiry.

If you are interested in applying and would like to find out more, please contact the Magistrate's Court Greffier, Advocate Kate Ferbrache, at k.ferbrache@courts.je

Key dates

Closing date for applications: 30 September
Interviews: 7-8 October

The Minister for Health & Social Services is seeking to appoint a Non-Executive Director (NED) to sit on the Health and Care Jersey (HCJ) Advisory Board for an initial three-year term, with the option to extend for a maximum of nine years.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future health and care provided by HCJ.

The NED will work alongside the Chair, three other non-executive directors and executive directors from HCJ. The role will focus on providing advice and recommendations to the Minster for Health and Social Services as well as visible leadership, direction and driving improvements across HCJ.

The role holder will be required to be skilled in building collaborative relationships with peers, partners and service users, committed to openness and clarity of purpose and will bring to the Board the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to ensure delivery of safe, compassionate, effective care.

This challenging and rewarding role provides an opportunity to be at the forefront of real change and helping prepare HCJ for its first ever inspection by Jersey’s independent care regulator (the Jersey Care Commission). The role will also involve shaping a positive, inclusive culture where staff are empowered to do their best work and Islanders will feel safe, heard and engaged.

Applications are being sought from Jersey residents who have personal knowledge of the Island community and its health and care system.

The Jersey resident non-executive director will be required to work approximately 30 days per annum, to include Board and Committee meetings. Remuneration will be commensurate with the responsibilities and experience required for the position.

NED responsibilities:

• With the HCJ executive directors, providing strategic leadership to HCJ, overseeing the provision of safe, accessible, compassionate, and responsive care
• advising, alerting and assuring the Minister for Health and Social Services as to quality, safety, performance and development of HCJ’s services and associated risks
• delivering the Minister’s plans, policies and directions, and compliance with decisions of the States Assembly
• shaping a positive, inclusive culture for HCJ, in which service users, families, carers, and staff feel safe, heard, and engaged and in which staff are empowered to do their best work.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF HCJ ADVISORY BOARD

As a non-statutory Board, the Chair and non-executive directors will not have fiduciary and decision-making powers commonly associated with health boards across the British Isles, Commonwealth, and the US. The HCJ Advisory Board operates by providing strategic leadership to HCJ and advising, alerting and assuring the Minister for Health and Social Services (“the Minister”) as to quality, safety, performance and development of HCJ’s services and associated risks.

The Minister remains accountable to the States Assembly, and the public of Jersey, for health policy and the provision of services.

The work of the Advisory Board includes:

a) directing, overseeing, and scrutinising HCJ in matters related to:

• delivery of well governed, person centred care and services which meet the needs of Islanders
• provision of safe, accessible, compassionate, and responsive care
• improving quality, efficiency and cost effective of services, including the effective deployment of resources
• management of risk (clinical, corporate, financial)
• safeguarding people
• delivery of the Minister’s plans, policies and directions, and compliance with decisions of the States Assembly.

b) shaping a positive, inclusive culture for HCJ, in which service users, families, carers, and staff feel safe, heard, and engaged and in which staff are empowered to do their best work.

c) investigating matters related to delivery of services, including the interface between HCJ and other service providers.

d) seeking assurance as to HCJ’s performance across all areas of HCJ’s activity.

e) advising and making proposals to the Minister in respect of priorities for reform / improvement, public and operational policy, and resource requirements.

Further Information:

For further information on the role and the HCJ Advisory Board, please refer to the attached Candidate Information Pack.

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please email executiveappointments@gov.je, with your full name and contact details, and we shall arrange an informal discussion with a representative of the Board.

How to apply:

To apply, kindly submit your CV and Supporting Statement to executiveappointments@gov.je, by the closing date of 1 October 2026.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Charities in Jersey

Position: Jersey Charity Commissioner

Contract: Part-time Term: 3 years

Are you passionate about strengthening public trust and confidence in registered charities and supporting philanthropy in the Island? We are seeking an outstanding individual to serve as Charity Commissioner, helping to guide the continued implementation of the Charities (Jersey) Law and shape the future of charitable regulation on the island.

About the Role

The Jersey Charity Commissioner occupies a position of significant public trust within Jersey's charitable sector and wider community. Applicants must be able to demonstrate the highest standards of probity, integrity, independence and ethical judgement, consistent with the responsibilities and public prominence of the role.

The role of Jersey Charity Commissioner is intellectually stimulating and involves engaging with stakeholders across the charitable sector, within government, and with other regulators and arms length organisations.

The Commissioner operates with a high degree of autonomy and must be able to make independent decisions in often complex and challenging circumstances and which have regulatory and legal implications

As Charity Commissioner, you will:

Oversee the registration of charities in Jersey, ensuring compliance with legal and governance standards.

Independently produce an annual report, ensuring transparency and integrity in the oversight process

Promote transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the charitable sector.

Support the development of Jersey as a centre of excellence for philanthropic wealth management.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring strategic insight, regulatory experience, and a collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and determine eligibility for charity registration.

Provide guidance and oversight to support good governance across the sector.

Engage with stakeholders across government, finance, and civil society.

Contribute to policy development and the evolution of charity regulation and guidance.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

A strong understanding of Jersey’s voluntary and community sector, including relevant legislation.

Strategic insight into the growth and sustainability of charitable organisations.

Familiarity with the financial services sector, particularly philanthropic wealth management.

Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.

Proven leadership and governance experience.

Terms of Appointment

Approximately 5 days per month. The role is remunerated at a day rate available upon application. Initial three-year term, with potential for renewal.

Further information

An information pack is attached: Jersey Charity Commissioner

For a discussion about the role, please contact: Richard Jouault, Head of Office, Jersey Charity Commissioner’s Office:

📞 Tel: (01534) 760811 📧 Email: Richard@charitycommissioner.je

How to apply

To apply, please forward your CV and Supporting Statement to executiveappointments@gov.je.

Deadline for applications: 5th October 2026
Interviews to take place: 26th & 27th October 2026

Could you help us change lives in the global south?

The RJA&HS is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and committed leader to Chair a new company we have established to deliver our international development programmes, primarily in southern Africa.

As Chair, you will help form a new Board, support our established team, and play a key role in guiding our future growth and success. Experience of working internationally, with governments and NGO's, would be ideal and coupled with chair experience will form a sound base for this exciting, challenging and fulfilling role. Having said that, candidates with demonstrable integrity, leadership and a passion for our aims will be given equal consideration. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to make real difference both for our island and our partners overseas.

The role offers:

• The opportunity to transform our work in Southern Africa, shaping strategy and future direction.
• Work with a dedicated and supportive team.
• Educate and encourage local and international support for our programme.
• If you are interested in helping lead our organisation into its next chapter, we would love to hear from you.

To express your interest, please contact James Godfrey, with your cv and a short supporting statement by 16th October 2026, at society@royaljersey.co.uk.

For more information, please refer to our candidate information pack and the Dairy for Development presentation.

Committee Member (Representative of Palliative Care / End-of-Life Care Services)
Assisted Dying Assurance and Delivery Committee
Government of Jersey, Channel Islands

The Assisted Dying Assurance and Delivery Committee has been established under Jersey's new Assisted Dying Law to oversee the safe implementation and ongoing assurance of the Assisted Dying Service. The Committee will play a critical role in supporting the development of governance frameworks, professional standards, workforce arrangements and operational systems while providing independent advice and assurance to the Minister for Health and Social Services. As part of this work, we are seeking a Committee Member to represent services that provide palliative care and end-of-life care across Jersey.

What is involved with the role

Working closely with the Chair and fellow Committee Members, you will bring professional expertise and insight from the delivery, leadership or assurance of palliative and end-of-life care services. You will help ensure the Committee understands the practical implications of introducing assisted dying alongside existing care pathways and support effective collaboration across health and care providers. Your contribution will inform discussions relating to governance, professional practice, clinical assurance, workforce development and service delivery, helping to ensure the Assisted Dying Service operates safely, effectively and in accordance with the law.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an individual with proven experience operating at Board, Committee or senior leadership level within a healthcare, hospice, charitable or similarly regulated environment. You will bring a strong understanding of clinical and corporate governance, safeguarding, quality assurance and the challenges associated with delivering high-quality palliative and end-of-life care services. Comfortable navigating complex and often contentious issues, you will be able to balance professional expertise with independent judgement and work constructively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds and perspectives. You will be committed to building trust, fostering collaboration and ensuring that the Assisted Dying Service complements, rather than replaces, the vital role of palliative and end-of-life care across the Island.

We welcome applications from a wide range of individuals, to represent diverse viewpoints and communities – including people who may have reservations about the legislation.

It is envisaged that the time commitment will typically average 15 days per year. This may be required during the working day or in the evening.

Further information and how to apply

For a confidential conversation about this appointment, please email your contact details to executiveappointments@gov.je and we will be pleased to refer you to a representative of the Committee.

For more information, please refer to our candidate information pack.

To apply: please submit your CV and Supporting Statement to executiveappointments@gov.je

Closing date for applications: 19th October 2026

Kindly note interviews will take place on the 3rd and 5th November 2026

Committee Member (Patient Representative)
Assisted Dying Assurance and Delivery Committee
Government of Jersey, Channel Islands

The Assisted Dying Assurance and Delivery Committee will play a central role in overseeing the introduction and ongoing delivery of Jersey's new Assisted Dying Service. Established under the Assisted Dying Law, the Committee will provide independent oversight, advice and assurance to the Minister for Health and Social Services, ensuring the service is delivered safely, ethically and in full accordance with the law. As Jersey prepares for implementation of this significant new service, we are seeking a Patient Representative to bring an informed community and lived experience perspective to the Committee's work.

What is involved with the role

As a Committee Member, you will work alongside the Chair and fellow members to help assure the Minister that the Assisted Dying Service delivers safe, effective, person-centred and compassionate care. You will bring personal experience of palliative or end-of-life care, either as someone who has received support themselves or through supporting a family member or loved one. Your contribution will help ensure the voices of patients, relatives, carers and the wider community are reflected in decision making, policy development and service oversight. You will play a key role in ensuring the Committee understands the diverse views held across Jersey, including those of people who both support and oppose assisted dying, and that these perspectives are considered thoughtfully and respectfully.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an individual with the ability to participate confidently in Committee discussions, sharing views, experiences and insights in a constructive manner, and having a genuine commitment to public service. You will be able to engage with a broad range of stakeholders and bring independent judgement to complex and sometimes sensitive discussions. You will have an appreciation of the challenges faced by patients and families navigating palliative and end-of-life services and a commitment to ensuring dignity, safeguarding and patient choice remain at the forefront of service delivery. Above all, you will be passionate about ensuring Islanders' voices are heard and that public confidence is maintained throughout the implementation of this landmark legislation.
We welcome applications from a wide range of individuals, to represent diverse viewpoints and communities – including people who may have reservations about the legislation.
It is envisaged that the time commitment will typically average 15 days per year. This may be required during the working day or in the evening.

Further information and how to apply

For a confidential conversation about this appointment, please email your contact details to executiveappointments@gov.je and we will be pleased to refer you to a representative of the Committee.

For more information, please refer to our candidate information pack.

To apply: please submit your CV and Supporting Statement to executiveappointments@gov.je

Closing date for applications: 19th October 2026.

Kindly note interviews will take place on 3rd and 5th November 2026

The Chief Pharmacist is a high-profile, Island-wide role providing strategic and professional leadership and fulfilling statutory functions for pharmacists across Jersey, as well as operational leadership for pharmacy services at Health & Care Jersey (HCJ). HCJ is at a pivotal stage of its development with ambitious plans for service transformation, including preparation for Jersey's new hospital.

The Pharmacy department structure too is at a significant development milestone, the department has recently been reviewed, with a particular focus on strengthening senior leadership capacity. The incoming Chief Pharmacist will have a significant impact, central to shaping the ongoing operating model. As the professional pharmacy leader for Jersey, the post-holder will have significant strategic influence beyond hospital services. This includes supporting and shaping the Island's medicines legislation and regulatory framework, including the Misuse of Drugs, Medicines, and Pharmacy and Poisons (Jersey) Laws. The Chief Pharmacist will also develop strong partnerships with organisations such as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and counterparts across other jurisdictions, ensuring Jersey remains aligned with emerging best practice and national developments.

A key aspect of the role is the opportunity to strengthen collaboration across primary care, community pharmacy, and secondary care. The Chief Pharmacist will lead Jersey's medicines optimisation agenda, helping to improve medicines choice and prescribing practice across the whole healthcare system. Working closely with clinicians, primary care providers, and community pharmacists, the post-holder will support initiatives that keep people well, promote care closer to home, and reduce avoidable hospital admissions. The role also presents opportunities to support the continued development of pharmacist independent prescribing within community and primary care settings.

Jersey's self-contained healthcare system offers a unique and rewarding leadership opportunity. Unlike many larger healthcare systems, the HCJ Pharmacy team simultaneously provides clinical pharmacy services, medicines governance and regulatory functions for the Island, and robust financial stewardship of medicines expenditure and medicines-related therapies. This breadth of responsibility provides an exceptional opportunity to shape policy, practice, and outcomes across an entire healthcare system.

Jersey's unique healthcare environment offers a rare opportunity to influence decision-making at the highest levels and make a visible impact across the whole health and care system. Candidates with significant experience operating at system level within NHS Integrated Care Boards, Health Boards, or similarly complex healthcare environments will be particularly well placed to succeed in this role.

How to apply https://careers.gov.je/job-invite/4606/.

For a confidential conversation about this appointment, please email your contact details to executiveappointments@gov.je and we will be pleased to arrange this for you.

For more information, please refer to our candidate information pack.

Deadline for applications: 25th October 2026

Stakeholder Panel and Interviews to take place: 24th November 2026