About Jersey Youth Service

​​ ​About Jersey Youth Service

The Jersey Youth Service offers clubs and activities to c​hildren and young people.

Youth clubs give young people an opportunity to:

• socialise in a safe place without their parents be​ing present
• participate in different activities
  
• discover or be involved in new hobbies
• celebrate their creativity
• become an active part of the community 

All our sessions are based on one of our curriculum themes:

• health and wellbeing
• global citizenship
• the environment
• identity and belonging
• transitions
• economic and financial wellbeing
• culture, community and heritage

For more information contact Jersey Youth Service.

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Finding a club or project

Our clubs offer a variety of activities and most ar​e open to everyone.

Some clubs are only for certain young people and y​ou often have to be referred. These are called targeted clubs.

We also offer on-Island residentials and off-Island trips.​

Find more information and our lists of youth clubs.

Becoming a volunteer

By volunteering with us you can make a positive difference to a young person’s life.

A good volunteer can talk and listen to young people. They’re also willing to learn what youth work is about.

We would love to hear from you if:

• you’re aged 18 or over
• you have an interest in supporting young people
• you have 3 or more hours a week to come and help

To apply to become a volunteer. You need 2 referees who must:

• have known you for at least 2 years in a professional capacity, such as employer or teacher. You cannot use your friends or family
• have given you permission to share their contact details
• be prepared to answer questions about your suitability to work with young people

You'll also need to do an Enhanced DBS check. You can’t volunteer if you have a criminal record.

​If you would like to volunteer email volunteer@jys.je.

Support and advice for young people​

The Youth Enquiry Service (YES) offers advice and counselling support for young people aged 12 to 25.

They also have drop-in sessions for you to walk in and speak to a member of the team about any issues.

Find more information on YES website.​