A NEW nursing agency is set to create more than 150 jobs in Kent in the next two years.

Abacus Care, which is part of a nationwide franchise network, will provide care homes and hospitals throughout the region with qualified nursing and caring staff.

The company will place staff including registered general and mental nurses, carers, cooks, domestic and home helps in the public and private health sectors.

Nursing and care staff interested in joining Abacus Care in Medway area can contact Mrs Lynne Gormley on 01304 832832.