| Employment Type: | Part Time |
| Category: | Court Service |
| Company: | Court Services |
| Availability: | Immediate |
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 Youth Court 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 2026
Interviews: 7-8 October 2026
Interested..?
For more information or to apply for this job please contact:
Advocate Kate Ferbrache, Magistrate's Court Greffier
k.ferbrache@courts.je
Or visit - https://www.jerseylawsociety.je/download_file/b00e5787-ee56-4721-93a9-3ee0fe264c74/9