Description Expected start date 01/07/2026 We are looking to appoint an outstanding Cook with experience of food preparation, ideally in an environment serving children and young people Our ideal candidate will; have excellent teamwork and communication skills; the ability and enthusiasm to make a difference and be passionate about inclusion. The main duties include: To prepare and cook all academy meals efficiently and in a timely manner, and maintain a clean, well maintained and stocked kitchen. To provide well balanced meals and nutritional menu choices. Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion For a full list of duties, please see the job description below. Wave is dedicated to the safeguarding of children and Safer Recruitment Procedures will be followed. The position requires a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and an online check. About the Academy Nine Maidens academy mainly supports the pupils from the Camborne, Redruth area and the Lizard peninsula. It is based near the village of Four Lanes and surrounded by rolling countryside. Nine Maidens is split into a secondary department and a primary department. Each pupil's programme is individualised and work is set at appropriate levels enabling all pupils to access the curriculum. It is one of the few academies in the country to be awarded the Dyslexia Friendly Schools Quality Mark and takes pride in the intervention programmes offered. Outdoor Learning is another unique strength of the academy which gives the pupils opportunities to learn in a creative manner away from the classroom. Pupils consider Nine Maidens to be a safe place to learn and that every day is a fresh start. Nine Maidens Academy (Redruth) - Wave MAT Wave Trust: What we believe and what we do Who We Are Wave are an established and successful Multi Academy Trust, comprising of Alternative Provision Academies (APAs), Medical Academies (including Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust’s child and adolescent mental health unit ‘Sowenna’) and a Special Academy. We provide education for vulnerable pupils aged 4 – 19 across Devon and Cornwall. The Trust has a national reputation for the delivery of outstanding pupil outcomes including enabling pupils to access the most appropriate education setting and transition to employment, training and higher or further education. The Trust educates over 1000 pupils and employs over 350 members of staff. We Aim To Provide a balanced and broad curriculum that promotes the spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development of pupils and prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. Give access to the National Curriculum; provide opportunities for external accreditation, and, for those pupils with specific learning difficulties, effective and personalised programmes. Ensure all pupils are supported to develop positive attitudes towards themselves and others. Promoting emotional well-being and self-esteem; helping our pupils to recognise their potential and work positively within their community. We will respect all pupils and encourage them to become active participants in their own learning, develop confidence, independence, self-esteem and express their needs and desires. Seek effective and positive working relationships with pupils’ families, schools and other agencies. Enable effective outcomes for our pupils. The Benefits Health & Wellbeing Pension Training & Development Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Free Parking We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address: Unit 15-16, St Austell Business Park, Carclaze, St Austell, PL25 4FD Contact name: Gemma Alsop Contact email: recruitment@waveedu.org Website: https://wavemat.current-vacancies.com/Careers/Wave-vacancy-search-page-3341 Link to apply: https://wavemat.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4212403?cid=3341&t=Cook