HEALTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES, JERSEY

Post: Staff Grade in Ophthalmology

Director General for Health and Community Services: Caroline Landon
Group Managing Director: Robert Sainsbury
Acting Group Medical Director: Mr Patrick Armstrong

Jersey General Hospital Switchboard: 01534 442000

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 Contents

• Welcome Page 2
• Introduction to Jersey Page 3
• General Information Page 4
• Job Description Page 8
• Person Specification Page 11
• States of Jersey Core Values Page 12

WELCOME

Dear applicant

Thank you for your interest in our vacancy based at The General Hospital, Jersey, Channel Islands.

Health services in Jersey are separate from the NHS. For further information about the services we
provide, please click on the following link.

We believe that working in Jersey can be both professionally and personally rewarding. We pride ourselves
in delivering high quality care that is patient-centred, safe and effective. Our aim is to deliver excellent clinical
services and to make sure that our patients’ experience is of the highest quality. This is your opportunity to
make a difference to the patients you are treating on the Island of Jersey.

Subject to satisfactory performance, incremental progression is automatic for between points 1 – 7 on the
pay scale. Formal applications are required for points 8 and 9.

We have a rotation of Junior doctors from Health Education Wessex.

We are currently developing the plans for our new hospital so the next few years will be an exciting time for
Health & Community Services, Jersey.

Jersey is a wonderful place to live and work, offering low crime rates, excellent education, good sports and
leisure facilities, unique wildlife and breath-taking scenery.

We welcome all applications irrespective of disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion and
encourage all prospective applicants to research Jersey to see what it can offer you and your family as well
as what our hospital can offer you and your career.

If you believe you fulfil our criteria and will be an asset to our organisation, we look forward to receiving your
application.

Health & Community Services, Jersey

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INTRODUCTION TO JERSEY
Jersey sits in the Bay of St Malo, 19 miles from the coast of France and 85
miles south of the English coast. Jersey’s population is approximately
100,000. Our transport links to all major cities in the UK are excellent, with
London only a 40-minute flight away and also sharing the same time zone
as the UK.

What is Jersey like?

50 miles of coastline ensure you never have to travel far to find a beach and, when you do, what a wealth
of choice and quality; wild expanses, pebbly coves, rocky outcrops and golden, sandy shores. These are
nature’s playgrounds and they offer a jaw-dropping selection of activities to enjoy!
The out-going tides of the south-east coast reveal a lunar-landscape of rock formations that are teeming
with life; rock pool rambles are a must for families with children eager to beachcomb or spot hermit crabs
and starfish. Armed with a pot of salt, low tides also offer amateur fishermen the chance to forage for razor
fish and cockles in the wet sand. Confident swimmers can take a snorkel and mask to discover marine
creatures in the crystal waters of Beauport Bay. Be you a seasoned surfer, budding body boarder or novice
sandcastle builder – the world class cleanliness of our seas make it perfect for a paddle.
Create your own al-fresco dining experience by using the permanent BBQ pits that dot the East coast and
offer views of the French coast.
Enjoy the footpaths around the Islands beautiful reservoirs or challenge yourself over the 15 miles of cliff
paths that transverse the breath-taking North Coast. If you prefer a gentler pace, relax with a gentle stroll
around St Helier’s marinas.
The vast network of Jersey’s Green Lanes and cycle routes wind peacefully through verdant countryside
peppered with Jersey’s celebrated cows and photogenic granite farmhouses.

Take a trip to the magnificent Les Ecréhous and Les

Minquiers offshore reefs and be fortunate enough to
see some seals and dolphins that live in our
surrounding waters. At various times throughout the
year motor sports like the Jersey Rally, the Bouley Bay
Hill Climb and sand racing make exciting viewing; add
to that the Jersey Marathon, cycle tours and grueling
triathlons and you’ll find there is always a sport to
watch

Feel the flavour of France by playing the ever popular Gallic game of pétanque; pitches are dotted around
the town. The remains of 13th century Grosnez Castle, can be found perched high on the towering cliffs of
the north-west. St Aubin’s Fort sits proudly near the harbour that bears its name; cross the causeway to this
Tudor fortress as the tide recedes and view the historic village from a different perspective.

Jersey is divided into twelve districts or parishes.

St Helier is the Island’s capital and main retail
centre. It offers a varied, low tax shopping
experience with many of the shops seen on the UK
high street. St Helier boasts two Victorian covered
markets: The Central Market, with its cherub-
adorned fountain and beautifully decorated gates,
specialises in the finest fresh fruit, vegetables, meat
and flowers. The smaller Beresford Market is home
to an impressive array of fresh fish and seafood.
There is also an abundance of restaurants and
nightlife. English is the main language spoken. Other
languages include French, Polish, Portuguese,
Romanian and Jerriais.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The Health and Community Services Department

The Jersey Health and Community Services Department (HCS) is independent from the U.K. National
Health Service and is the political responsibility of the Health and Community Services Ministry, consisting
of an elected Minister and 2 Assistant Ministers who serve as part of the Island’s Government system. The
Government of Jersey’s Health & Community Services is directed by a Director General, Caroline Landon,
supported by Corporate Directors.

Funded by the States of Jersey from taxation revenue, the Department of Health and Community Services
has a statutory requirement to provide free health care in respect of Hospital Services, Public and
Environmental Health for the residents of the island. The island has a resident population of approximately
100,000 which increases to approximately 120,000 in the summer tourist season.

The General Hospital

Jersey General Hospital is the sole location of acute hospital services in Jersey. The hospital provides
approximately 250 acute beds, 2 day case theatres, 4 main theatres and 2 more being constructed. There
is a dedicated endoscopy suite and Breast Clinic along with a full range of other services and facilities. A
wide spectrum of care is available including the following specialties:-

General Medicine General Surgery

Gastroenterology Trauma and Orthopaedics
Renal Medicine Sports Medicine
Urology Gynaecology
Respiratory Medicine Oral Surgery
Cardiology Orthodontics
Accident & Emergency Community Dental
Oncology Maternity/Obstetrics
Paediatrics Breast Screening
Haematology Breast Surgery
Genito-Urinary Medicine Anaesthetics
Dermatology ENT
Ophthalmology Adult Psychiatry
Neurology Vascular Surgery
Colorectal Surgery

Consultants representing the following specialties visit regularly from the UK:-

Rheumatology Orthopaedics (specialist cases) Clinical Oncology

Vascular Surgery Cardio – Thoracic Surgery Paediatric (sub-specialities)

Support Services are well-developed with first class facilities in Radiology, Pathology, Physiotherapy and
Medical and Surgical Intensive Care.

Private patients are treated on the Private Wing which consists of two wards with 26 single rooms. All
consultants have admitting rights to these beds.

Other facilities within Health and Community Services include Adult Mental Health and Old Age Psychiatry,
Overdale (EMI day centre, Rehabilitation unit, out-patient facilities for Neurology / Rheumatology / Care of
the Elderly / Diabetes and Endocrinology / Chronic Pain service / Uro-dynamics, Child Development Unit,
Hearing Assessment Unit, Psychology Dept, Speech and Language Therapy Dept, Occupational Therapy
Dept) and Sandybrook wards (long term care ward for the elderly).

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Primary Care

Primary Medical Care is not the responsibility of Health and Community Services, but is provided as a fee-
based service by independent General Practitioners. There are approximately 100 practising GP’s on the
Island, grouped into Practices of various sizes. General Practitioner fees are reimbursed in part by the
patient and in part by the Department of Social Security funded by Social Security contributions. A Health
Exemption Scheme funded by the Department of Social Security provides full repayment of General Practice
fees in case of hardship to patients on low incomes.

District Nursing and Health Visiting is provided by a charity; Family Nursing and Home Care, which receives
some of its budget from the Health and Community Services Department. Patients are required to pay for
some of these services.

Management Structure

The Director General for Health and Community Services - Caroline Landon. The Group Managing Director
for Health and Community Services is Mr Robert Sainsbury. The position of Acting Group Medical Director
is Mr Patrick Armstrong. The Director of Operations is Mrs Michelle West supported by General Managers
and Associate Medical Directors. The Chief Nurse – Mrs Rose Naylor.

Leadership Teams

Surgical - Scheduled Hospital Services

Dr Simon Chapman
Lead Nurses Claire Sambridge and Jessie Marshall
General Manager Judith Gindill

Medical – Unscheduled Hospital Services

Dr Effie Liakopoulou
Lead Nurses Wendy Baugh and Valter Fernandes
General Manager James Mason

Primary Care and Community Services

Dr Adrian Noon
Lead Nurse – TBC
General Manager Clare Thompson

Social Care
Chief Social Worker Isabel Watson
General Manager Darren Bowring
Principal Social Worker Paul Rendell
Head of Learning Disability Services Robert Gardner
Mental health, Children’s Services, Digital, Education, Infection Prevention and Control, Innovation and
Strategy are all services required to work across all of the care areas, which is why they are described in
this way on the above structure. We will continue to bring Mental Health and Social Care services
together, as it is vital that these services integrate as part of our response to the impact of COVID-19

Mental Health Services

Dr Miguel Garcia
General Manager Rachel McBride
Lead Nurse Clare Ryder
MH Improvement Lead Dennis Pimblott
Lead Social Worker Jennie Pasternak
Lead AHP Jake Bowley

Womens and Children’s Services

Dr Muktanshu Patil
Lead Nurse Alex Watts

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General Manager Kate Southern
ACN/Head of Midwifery Sharon Summers-Ma
Lead Midwife Jan Auffret
General Management support from Michelle West

For Obstetric and Gynaecology services we will continue to have Executive oversight of the service with
close alignment to the medical and surgical functions in the Hospital as well as Primary and Community
focused services.

The new appointee will be expected to take his/her share of divisional and hospital administrative/managerial
duties and will be expected to be an active member of the Divisional Management Team and the Medical
Staff Committee.

Safeguarding

Health & Community Services, Jersey, has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as vulnerable adults in our care and for ensuring
that they are protected from harm.

The post holder will take responsibility for the safeguarding and welfare of all children, adults and/or families
within their care and conduct and must be familiar with the signs and symptoms of abuse and know what to
do if any such concerns are raised. He/she shall be aware of and comply with all child protection,
safeguarding policies and procedures.

As this position will involve working in ‘regulated activity’, the successful applicant will be subject to an
Enhanced DBS disclosure as part of their pre-employment clearances. Any offer of employment is subject
to satisfactory clearances being obtained.

Equality and diversity

Health & Community Services values equality and diversity in employment and in the services we provide.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and aim to ensure that all job
applicants, employees and service users are treated fairly and valued equally regardless of sex, marital
status, age, race, colour, ethnic origin, sexual orientation or religion.

Confidentiality and data protection

All employees are expected to comply with all States of Jersey policies and procedures related to
confidentiality and data protection and to work in accordance with the Jersey Data Protection Law 2005.

Infection Control

All employees have a duty to comply with Health & Community Services’ guidelines and policies in relation
to Infection Prevention and Control. The post holder will have a duty to ensure that they minimise the risk of
infection and infectious diseases. This responsibility includes minimising the risk by highlighting any
concerns to the appropriate person.

Smokefree policy

Health and Community Services operates a smokefree policy. The goal of this policy is to benefit the
community by creating a healthy environment for all employees, volunteers, clients, residents, patients, and
visitors. Smokefree means that there is no smoking allowed anywhere within our hospital or any other clinical
and non-clinical buildings or grounds belonging to Health and Community Services.

Resource Management

The post holder will demonstrate awareness of the departmental budget and the factors which contribute to
over/under spending.

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Education Centre

The Education Centre is a shared facility for the Health and Community Services Department. The recently
refurbished centre is furnished and equipped to a very high standard. The medical library is well stocked
with books, journals and computer facilities, including internet access. The centre has numerous excellent
teaching rooms and a 90 seat lecture theatre equipped with the highest standard presentation technology.

There is a full time administrator and one of the Consultants is elected as the Postgraduate Educational
Tutor. The Post-Graduate Educational Committee meets on a regular basis.

Teaching

The Hospital has been a recognised ATLS centre since 1990 and ALS centre since 1995. Four courses of
each are held annually, one of the ATLS courses is held in conjunction with an ATNC course. APLS courses
commenced in 2002 and it is intended to run two courses each year.

The hospital has a Governance committee supported by a team of clinical audit officers. The post holder will
be expected to contribute and participate in the Department’s ongoing clinical audit programme.

Health & Community Services work with Health Education Wessex to provide high quality medical education
to FY1, FY2 and GP Trainee doctors on a rotational basis. Medical Students also rotate through Medicine
and Surgery from Southampton.

The post holder will assist junior staff to identify and meet learning objectives by using the principles of
teaching and learning.

Continued Professional Development

The post holder will seek opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and experience and be expected to
maintain continued professional development to satisfy the requirement of yearly appraisals including
attendance at relevant courses and conferences, involvement at locally organised CME events and
comparative audit.

Health & Community Services supports the requirements for Continuing Medical Education and is committed
to providing reasonable amounts of time and financial support for these activities. Study leave of 30 days
in 3 years and an annual study leave allowance is provided, subject to the approval of the Clinical Director
/ Medical Director. The post holder will be expected to meet the Continuing Professional Development
requirements of their relevant Royal College.

Clinical Effectiveness

Active and regular participation in Clinical Audit will be expected. Increased emphasis is placed upon
medical audit and the post holder will also play a crucial role in co-ordinating these activities.

Corporate Governance

Health & Community Services place a high importance on excellence in clinical practice. Full participation
in ensuring compliance with the organisation’s clinical governance process is required. Dr Peter Southall is
the Lead for this area.

Professional Standards

All Medical Staff are expected to comply with management arrangements in place to follow the guidelines
on practice laid down by the General Medical Council’s ‘Maintaining Good Medical Practice’ and to be
accountable to the hospital for their actions and the quality of their work.

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Appraisal & Review

The post holder is required to participate in the annual appraisal and review process which has been
implemented for all medical staff and is in line with the GMC guidelines for re-validation. Training is available
for appraisers.

Allocate

The organisation uses electronic web-based software to support job planning, e-Leave, e-Appraisal and e-
360. Training in the use of these systems will be provided to the successful appointee.

Commencement of duties

The appointee will be required to take up the post no later than three months from the date of the offer of an
appointment, unless a special agreement has been made between the appointee and Health & Community
Services.
If you consider it unlikely that you will be able to take up the appointment within such a period, you are
advised to point this out at the time of your application.

Relocation

The relocation entitlement for this position is up to £8,000. For further information, please discuss with
Medical Staffing.

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 JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Staff Grade in Ophthalmology

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Substantive

PROFESSIONALLY ACCOUNTABLE TO: Group Medical Director

MANAGERIALLY ACCOUNTABLE TO: Clinical Lead & Associate Medical Director

SALARY SCALE: Staff Grade £44,888 - £81,951

(Dependent on experience. However, points 8 and 9 are by application and panel agreement only)

BASIC PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES: 10

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES: 0

INTENSITY SUPPLEMENT: Not applicable

TOTAL PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES: 10

ON-CALL COMMITMENT: No on call

1. THE POST

The Department of Ophthalmology is the sole provider of eye care to the population of Jersey and
visitors to the Island. The department is in the process of active expansion in staff and facilities. The
department is a dedicated self-contained unit within the main body of the Outpatient Department.

The Medical Staff currently comprises three Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeons, Mr A Shah (Medical &
Surgical Retina), Mr G Bowler (Oculoplastics, Adnexal & Lacrimal) and Mr A Spiteri (Cornea & Ocular
Surface); one Associate Specialist, Mr A Shami; and one Staff Grade (this post). An additional Staff
Grade post is also being created. The department has its own nursing team headed by a full time Sister
supported by four Staff Nurses, of which all are ophthalmic trained, and two Health Care Assistants.
Two senior orthoptists are responsible for orthoptic services on the Island, which includes a school-
entry screening programme as well as, uniquely, screening of all stroke in-patients for visual problems.
Low Vision and paediatric refraction clinics are provided in-house by visiting optometrists. Mr John
Lowrie, a visiting Anaplastologist, provides comprehensive support for prosthetic services.

The Outpatient Department has appropriate clerical and administrative support.

All doctors in the department have Medical Secretarial Support for typing of dictated letters and other
admin support.

2. DUTIES

The postholder will work both within the Eye department and possibly the Day Surgery unit and closely
with other hospital divisions to provide a high quality, general and specialist ophthalmic service for the
island. The postholder will be expected to be comptetent in out-patient management of common acute
and chronic eye conditions including glaucoma and chronic retinal disorders, and basic Yag and retinal
laser treatments. The postholder will be expected to be comptetent in (either independently or with
supervision initially) intravitreal injections and possibly minor operations too ( eg. chalazion removal).
The majority of intravitreal injections are actually delivered by specialist nurses, but the postholder may

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have a small or ‘cross-cover’ commitment with regards to intravitreal injections.

There may be opportunities for attending theatre for applicants with a suitable background or
experience. This may include consultant-delivered training in cataract surgery and/or independent
theatre lists, if appropriate. The extent of surgical exposure and training will naturally be dependent
on the experience, surgical skills / safety, career development aims of the successful applicant.

Whilst there is presently no requirement for the post holder to be on-call, the coming years will see a
transformation of health and community care in Jersey. As part of this transformation, on-call
arrangements for this post may potentially feature in the future. In the event of any changes, the
successful applicant will be consulted with and would be remunerated accordingly.

The post holder will be expected to take part in management and audit activities and represent the
service at Hospital meetings, as agreed with colleagues. The eye department holds a monthly teaching
meeting and regular participation in this will be encouraged and expected. The postholder will be
expected to be fully involved in a ‘Risk Management” programme and support the Governance agenda.
The eye department occasionally receives medical students from the University of Southampton both
for regular teaching and for special study modules, and there may therefore be opportunities to be
involved in clinic-based undergraduate teaching.

The successful candidate should be adaptable, flexible and innovative in order to meet the ongoing
challenges within the service.

3. ON-CALL ROTA

This post does not involve any on-call commitments.

4. THE SPECIALTY

Operating Theatres

Surgical sessions are carried out in Day Surgery. The ophthalmic theatre (DSU1) is fully
equipped with a modern Zeiss Lumera microscope, new phacoemulsification & vitrectomy
machines, a 810nm laser and all facilities for general ophthalmic uses. All intraocular theatre
sessions are supported by an anaesthetist.

Minor operating facilities are available in both DSU and the outpatient suite with operations
and intravitreal injections undertaken in both areas.

Eye Clinic

The eye department, both in terms of outpatient and theatre facilities is extensively equipped.
Major items include:
• Zeiss digital mydriatic fundus camera with a networked imaging system,
• Zeiss Cirrus OCT scanner (also networked)
• Zeiss IOLMaster
• Optomap wide-field camera
• A and combined A/B ultrasound scanners
• YAG laser
• 532 nm laser
• 810nm laser (in theatre)
• Pentacam HR corneal topographer
• Autorefractor
• 2 Humphrey visual field analysers.

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 5. SPECIALTY MEDICAL STAFF

Consultant Medical Staff

Mr Anish Shah Consultant Ophthalmologist & Clinical Lead

Mr Gordon Bowler Consultant Ophthalmologist
Mr Anthony Spiteri Consultant Ophthalmologist

Non- Consultant Medical Staff

Mr Asim Shami Associate Specialist

(This post: replacement) Staff Grade
(New post to be created) Staff Grade

Nursing Staff:
2 sisters - trained in intravitreal injections, OCT reading and other extended roles
4 staff nurses
3 healthcare assistants / technicians

Medical Secretaries:
3.5

1 optometrist for LVA and refraction sessions

6. OTHER HOSPITAL DEPARTMENTS

The Surgical Departments encompass a diverse, exciting and very busy service that strives to provide safe
quality care that meets the needs of all patient groups. We have many challenges ahead to maintain this
quality service but the hospital has a committed highly skilled team who will take the service forward to
continually improve and implement changes in practice to deliver this care.

The Ward and Departmental Managers cover a range of services comprising:

• 3 Surgical Wards - Portelet, Beauport and Rayner Ward
• Critical Care Unit which includes Medical and Surgical Intensive Unit/H.D.U
• Endoscopy Unit on Aubin Ward
• Designated Day Surgery Theatre
• Main theatre Suite
• Outpatient Dental Department
• Outpatient ENT facilities Outpatient Ophthalmology Department
• 2 Private Wing Wards
• Radiology Department
• Physiotherapy Department
• Anaesthetic Department
• ENT and Ophthalmology Departments.

This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be
definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this
description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.

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Proposed Job Plan

The final job plan will be agreed with the Clinical Lead, Hospital Director and ratified by the Medical
Director. The post-holder’s job plan will be reviewed annually and will be appraised according to the
current guidance.

10 PAs comprising of:

8 PA in eye clinic (to include laser and/or intravitreal sessions)

1 PA Admin
1 PA Supporting Professional Activities

Note: depending on experience, surgical skills / safety, and career development aims of the
successful applicant, there may be opportunities for some of the clinic sessions to be changed into
minor operation or theatre sessions.

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Person Specification

POST: Staff Grade

DEPARTMENT: Ophthalmology
________________________________________________________________________________

Essential Method of
Criteria for Selection or assessment
Desirable
Qualifications and Skills:

Primary Medical Degree Essential Application

Full Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a Licence to practise Essential Application
(for overseas candidates it is mandatory that a licence is obtained prior to
appointment).

MRCOphth, FRCOphth, or equivalent post-graduate ophthalmology qualification Desirable Application

Basic Life Support (BLS) Desirable Application

General Experience:

Clinical Experience in an NHS environment in the UK Desirable Application

Enthusiastic Teacher Desirable Application
Previous Management Responsibility / Leadship Experience Desirable Application

Basic computer skills including use of MS office programmes and e-mail Essential Application
Basic legal requirements for consent and note taking. Essential Application

Specialist Experience

At least 3 years in General Ophthamology Essential Application

Willingness to develop or utilise surgical skills Desirable Application
Ability to examine children including cycloplegic refraction Desirable Application
Significant experience with minor operations (chalazia, ectropion etc) Desirable Application
Comptence with Yag & argon Laser treatments Desirable Application
Management Skills

Ability to Work Flexibly with Colleagues to provide services Essential Application/Interview

Ability to Work Effectively with a Multi-Disciplinary Team, motivating and Essential Application/Interview
influencing others through their enthusiasm.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, Essential Application/Interview
nurses, management and other agencies.
Highly motivated Essential Application/Interview
Able to work within a team Essential Application/Interview
Experience of Teaching,Training & Supervision of Junior Medical Staff and Essential Application/Interview
undergraduate students

Personal Attributes:

Fit and Well Essential

Able to work flexibly in a changing health service Essential
Hepatitis Vaccination Essential

Other:
Participation in Clinical Audit & Risk Management Activiities Essential Application
Demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults Essential Interview
Evidence of annual appraisal Essential Application
Evidence of research and publication in peer reviewed journals Desirable Application

Date updated: November 2020

Health & Community Services, Jersey

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Government of Jersey core values
We put the customer at the heart of everything we do
• We listen to what our customers want/need us to deliver and we act on what they tell us.
• We develop stretching quality standards and focus our efforts on meeting them.
• We aim to resolved customers’ queries at the point of first contact.

We take pride in delivering an effective public service for Jersey

• We believe that every individual has an obligation to respond to customers’ needs.
• We take pride in working for the Government of Jersey.
• We celebrate success.
• We recognise those who make a real difference to what and how we deliver.

We relentlessly drive out waste and inefficiency

• We constantly look for ways to improve value for money.
• We challenge practices that are duplicated or inefficient.
• We do not treat resources as personal possessions.

We will always be fair and honest and act with integrity

• We trust each other.
• We support each other to achieve our potential.
• We communicate openly and tell our staff what’s going on before we tell the media.
• We confront and deal with poor performance.
• We do not tolerate actions that could jeopardise our ability to provide an effective public
service.
• We don’t use bureaucracy as an excuse for not taking action.

We constantly look for ways to improve what we do and are flexible and open to
change
• We encourage our people to devise and take forward ideas for improvement.
• We expect people to learn from their mistakes, not be blamed.
• We delegate decisions to the right level.
• We recognise and reward those who achieve a real difference.
• We openly share knowledge and good practice so that we all learn.

We will achieve success in all we do by working together

• We work to common and consistent standards wherever possible.
• We link everything we do to the Government of Jersey Strategic Plan.
• We share resources and put them where they are most needed.
• We don’t think in isolation.
• We actively look for opportunities where we can operate on a cross-departmental basis.
• We take pride in our identity as the Government of Jersey.

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