Our offer to you
Investing in our people with rewarding careers, endless opportunities, and a package that supports you
We want you to be your best, and we know that to achieve this we need to support the ‘whole you’. That’s why our offer is much more than pay and pension.
A career with the Jersey Public Service comes with a range of benefits, as well as offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of Islanders. When you join us, you’re stepping into a role where your work makes a real difference - and where you’ll be recognised, supported, and empowered along the way.
We offer various benefits and initiatives designed to help you grow, thrive, and balance your personal and professional life, which reflects our commitment to being an extraordinary place to build your career.
Explore the employees benefits we offer in the Jersey Public Service:
Our package
Working with Jersey Public Service is different, and that extends to our pay and reward package. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive pension scheme, a supportive relocation package, and paid parental leave.
Pay+
We believe in recognising and rewarding the hard work and dedication of our people. That’s why we offer a competitive starting salary, providing a strong foundation as you begin your career with us.
Our structured and transparent pay scales support your professional growth, enabling you to progress as you develop your skills and expertise. Additionally, we offer annual pay awards, ensuring your salary reflects your contributions and aligns with the value you bring to our organisation.
Pension schemes+
We provide two pension schemes: the Public Employees’ Pension Scheme (PEPS) for most employees and the Jersey Teachers’ Superannuation Fund (JTSF) for teachers.
Both schemes offer a generous non-contributory pension benefit funded by the organisation, along with the option to enhance your pension by increasing your own contributions.
In addition to the core benefits, our schemes include provisions for ill-health retirement, death-in-service, and pensions for survivors and dependents, ensuring you and your loved ones are supported.
Leave and holidays+
Our employees are entitled to a starting allowance of between 21 to 31 days of paid annual leave per year, depending on your entry level and pay group. This entitlement increases with your length of service, rewarding your commitment and dedication over time.
Our employees are also entitled to the usual 9 days of Bank Holidays per year and have the option to buy up to 10 days’ additional leave, or take unpaid leave if needed.
We believe in the importance of rest and time to recharge, ensuring you can maintain a healthy balance between your work and personal life.
Relocation package+
We understand that relocating to Jersey is a significant decision, and we’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible. That’s why we offer a comprehensive relocation and support package for eligible employees moving to Jersey for a licenced role, designed to take the stress out of your move.
Our support may include practical assistance and advice, tailored to your needs, and access to landing accommodation to help you settle in quickly. We’re committed to providing the guidance and resources you need to make Jersey feel like home.
Parental leave+
We value family life. That’s why we offer 20 weeks of paid parental leave, which can be taken flexibly over a two-year period, giving you the time you need to bond with your child. You also have the option to take an additional 32 weeks of unpaid parental leave.
If both parents work with us, you can transfer up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave between each other, tailoring the support to suit your family’s needs.
We also offer special leave which allows you to manage certain unforeseen circumstances, ensuring you have the time and space to address life’s unexpected challenges.
Discounts and offers+
We’ve partnered with a range of organisations to bring our employees exclusive discounts on goods and services. From health and fitness subscriptions to travel and transport, our benefits are designed to enhance your lifestyle and save you money.
This includes our bus scheme, managed by Liberty Bus, which offers savings on the cost of an annual bus pass, making your commute more affordable and convenient. Take advantage of these perks, tailored to support your well-being and everyday needs.
Your life with us
Your work-life balance and personal journey matter to us. That’s why we’re dedicated to creating initiatives that enhance the well-being of our people, empowering you to thrive both professionally and personally.
Flexible working+
We understand how important it is for our employees to balance their personal and professional lives. That’s why we strive to provide a flexible, inclusive, and respectful workplace that adapts to individual needs.
Depending on service requirements, we offer options such as flexible working hours, remote work, and condensed schedules, empowering you to shape your day around your family, cultural, and personal priorities.
By supporting work-life balance, we aim to enhance your well-being and create a positive and fulfilling experience for every member of our team.
Career breaks+
We know that life is about more than just work, and sometimes you need the space to focus on personal goals or explore new opportunities. That’s why, after a certain length of service, we offer our employees the chance to take a career break.
Our career breaks range from a minimum of 3 months to a maximum of 12 months, providing you with the flexibility to pursue what’s important to you - whether that’s spending time with loved ones, traveling, studying, volunteering, or simply taking a well-earned rest.
Wellbeing support+
We care about our people and their wellbeing, so we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and perform at their best. We understand that life doesn’t always go as planned, which is why we offer a range of support to help you through challenging times and to promote your overall happiness and health.
Our 24/7 confidential employee assistance scheme offers guidance whenever you need it, and our network of trained mental health colleague supporters are ready to listen and provide assistance. Meanwhile, our occupational health services provide professional support to help you maintain your wellbeing.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)+
We truly embrace difference and recognise diversity makes our delivery stronger. We strive to create a workplace where every person feels respected and valued, no matter their background, characteristics, or experiences. An inclusive culture is essential to us - one where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging and is treated with fairness and equity.
Our dedicated DEI initiatives drive meaningful change across our organisation, including providing training and resources to increase understanding, as well as designing and implementing policies that reflect our commitment to equity and respect for all. We also have a variety of employee-led networks that give our people a platform to connect, share experiences, and contribute ideas.
Volunteering+
Giving back to the community is important to us and we ensure our people have the opportunity to make a positive impact through our volunteering programme. As part of this initiative, every employee is entitled to 22 hours of paid leave per year to dedicate to volunteering for causes that matter most to you. Whether it’s supporting a local charity, helping to improve the environment, or mentoring in the community, we’re here to help you make a difference.
For those volunteering with Jersey Overseas Aid, we provide additional paid leave, recognising the incredible impact these projects have made globally. We’re proud to support our employees in creating meaningful change.
Learning and development+
We’re committed to helping you thrive in your career by offering support for your learning and development journey. This includes study leave and financial assistance for accredited training, professional qualifications, and exams that are directly relevant to your role.
In addition to external training, we provide a range of in-house programmes designed to develop your skills and expertise. From leadership and management training to specialised skills development, you’ll have access to high-quality courses that equip you to succeed and grow in your career.
Our culture
Across the Jersey Public Service, our culture is shaped by values that inspire us to deliver exceptional services and support our community. From fostering respect and collaboration to driving continuous improvement and sustainability, our culture reflects our commitment to making Jersey a better place to live and work.
Explore how our values, people, sustainability initiatives, and employee networks create a workplace where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a difference.
Our values
Great values are at the heart of every good organisation. Within the Jersey Public Service our values shape our culture and drive our behaviour. They are evident in everything that we do, as individuals and as an organisation. Our values are:
We are respectful
We care about people as individuals and show respect for their rights, views and feelings.
We are better together
We share knowledge and expertise, valuing the values of working together.
We are always improving
We are continuously developing ourselves and our services to be the best they can be for Jersey.
We are customer focused
We are passionate about making Jersey a better place to live and work for everyone.
We deliver
We are proud of Jersey as a place and are passionate about shaping and delivering great public services.
Our people
There would be no public services without our people, which is why we have made several key commitments to our employees. These are more than words, they are a promise. Our commitments to our people are:
Your experience
We will work together to create a great place to work where we are all supported, belong and are valued.
Your development
We will create opportunities as a learning organisation to help you to achieve your potential.
Our future
We will build a view of the future of work for our people and our island, and deliver a plan to get there.
Our organisation
We will develop and deliver the right environment for us all to succeed and to be proud of our achievements.
Our employee networks
Our employee-led networks offer a platform for colleagues to connect, share experiences, and foster understanding across our public service. These networks play a vital role in promoting inclusivity, supporting personal and professional growth, and building a sense of community.
We have networks focused on many key topics, including neurodiversity, disability, race, ethnicity and culture, LGBTQ+, menopause, men’s health, and inspiring women into leadership and learning. These networks are more than just groups - they are communities where everyone can feel heard, valued, and empowered to make a difference.
Our commitment to sustainability
As an organisation we’re taking active steps to reduce our carbon emissions in line with the Island’s commitments under the Carbon Neutral Roadmap.
In the Jersey Public Service we are committed to reducing our carbon impact and investing in the environmental wellbeing of both current and future generations.
We’re moving forward with initial measures to deliver immediate carbon reductions, while also investing in long-term solutions to achieve the transition to net-zero by 2050.
Appreciating each other
At the core of our culture is a strong emphasis on valuing and appreciating one another's hard work. This is both through day-to-day recognition, as well as our awards programmes, which are designed to celebrate exemplary achievements and showcase the sense of gratitude among colleagues.
This includes the Jersey Public Service Awards, which honour our employees across a range of categories for their outstanding contributions, as well as Long Service Awards which celebrate significant milestones in service and show our appreciation for your commitment. These programmes reflect our dedication to recognising and thanking our employees for their hard work and loyalty.
This page gives an overview of the general benefits package and initiatives that we offer across the Jersey Public Service.
Ensure you read the individual job advertisements and/or terms and conditions for any specific benefits or exclusions that may apply in each case.
