 He then joined Gillingham, initially on trial, before signing a one-month contract with the club on 18 September 2008, and making his debut as a substitute in a home win over Port Vale on 27 September.He claimed to be attracted to manager Mark Stimson's attacking style.After making four league and cup appearances during his initial month, Jarrett agreed a further month's contract with the club on 21 October 2008, and the contract was extended until the end of the 2008–09 season on 20 November 2008.