Home Care Agency Announces Recruitment Drive

03/02/2014

Midas Care, a family run care provider in Cambridgeshire, is expanding its workforce with the creation of twenty new jobs. Moving to new premises in Waterbeach, the care agency is growing to meet the demands for social care in the area.

Attending the Cambridge News Jobs Fair 2014, Midas Care already employ more than 90 people, and are looking for more team members to help them expand. Appointed as Cambridgeshire County Council’s strategic partner for care, Midas Care support those who have physical disabilities as well as older people. They provide help with personal care as well as everyday tasks like shopping and cooking, as well as offering companionship.

MD Matthew Sumner explained that their the jobs fair was an excellent opportunity to find applicants who can help them continue to provide their dedicated service. With a move in offices facilitating an improved working environment, the agency is undergoing exciting times and Mr Sumner is looking forward to arranging interviews with more prospective employees.

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