José Livramento has spent three decades working with members of the public in different sectors of society so taking a role with the Patient Transport Services (PTS) team was a natural move for him. He was aware of the value and importance of the transport services offered to vulnerable members of the community and this … Read more Driven to help those in need: An important cog in the health services wheel
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Driven to help those in need: An important cog in the health services wheel
Firefighting – a family affair
As the Jersey Fire and Rescue Service celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, we caught up with Jon and Matt Coote at JFRS HQ to find out more about their careers. For father and son Jon and Matt Coote, firefighting is a family affair. Jon, who retired as a postman at the end of March … Read more Firefighting – a family affair
Charting a brighter future by degrees
ITV Channel Weather Presenter Lily Carter reflects on how the Jersey Bursary helped her secure her dream job Government support for those considering extending further education studies does not end at undergraduate degree level, with funding available for courses that fill skills shortages in the Island. Student finance is available for professional qualifications required by … Read more Charting a brighter future by degrees
Building a Future in Jersey: the Economy
Tom Holvey could be said to specialise in island economies. Before he came to Jersey, he worked for a time on a rather more remote island, as Chief Economist for the government of St Helena. “There’s definitely something about an island mentality,” he says. “You feel you’re that bit more independent, more reliant on yourself. … Read more Building a Future in Jersey: the Economy
When cleaning is a serious operation
A sterile environment is vital in operating theatres. We have all seen surgeons on TV dramas or docu-series going through extensive hand-washing routines before beginning a procedure, but who are the unsung heroes behind the scenes who ensure the environment and equipment used is clean to ensure patient safety and optimise recovery? In Jersey, this … Read more When cleaning is a serious operation
Clarifying the Minimum Wage increase
By Deputy Lyndsay Feltham, Minister for Social Security As Minister for Social Security, I want to take a moment to clear up some confusion surrounding the entitlement to the minimum wage. I know there’s been a lot of discussion, and it’s important to make sure everyone has the correct information. What is the minimum wage? … Read more Clarifying the Minimum Wage increase
Ambulance: Ready to Respond
Inspired by his colleagues and the lives they touch As a Leading Ambulance Paramedic, Gary Vibert has administrative and line-manager responsibility for paramedics, ambulance technicians and emergency care assistants but maintains a front-line role by attending serious incidents. His route to the career with the States of Jersey Ambulance Service came via a mid-life career-change … Read more Ambulance: Ready to Respond
A rewarding and fulfilling career responding to those in need
Charlotte Sutcliffe has been a paramedic for ten years having been inspired to join the ambulance service after witnessing emergency responders during the events of 9/11. She joined the Yorkshire Ambulance Service in 2014 after completing the Paramedic Practice Degree and then worked on a double-crewed ambulance in Leeds city centre before joining the … Read more A rewarding and fulfilling career responding to those in need
Taking Care of Jersey’s Health
Serving more than just meals. Meet Thyme Out West’s Halil Metushev HOW a passion for catering and customer service drives Halil Metushev’s role in the heart of Jersey’s new healthcare facilities. The Enid Quenault Health and Wellbeing Centre stands as the first milestone in a transformative project reshaping healthcare across Jersey. The former Les … Read more Taking Care of Jersey’s Health
International Day of Women and Girls in Science: Meet the Water & Air team
Our female colleagues in the Water and Air team in Land Resource Management (Infrastructure and Environment department) share their experience as scientists for International Day of Women and Girls in Science which is observed on 11 February.