
25 Mar Rushden Lakes roles and local opportunities to be showcased at recruitment event
Recruit Rushden Lakes returns to Northamptonshire this April to showcase the 40+ available job roles at the popular Shopping & Leisure destination, as well as roles within Northants Police, Fire and Rescue, and North Northants Council.
The event on Tuesday 1st April is free to attend, and will take place at the Leisure Terrace, Level 1, opposite Cineworld. Between 10am and 1pm, attendees will have the chance to discuss vacancies with potential employers from brands including, Marks and Spencer, Popeyes, and Paradise Island Adventure Golf.
The Department of Work and Pensions will be in attendance to support the event, with representatives from National Careers Service and Tresham College providing guidance and information to those seeking employment or looking for an exciting new opportunity. Expect CV workshops, careers and interview advice, and training courses to help develop new skills and unlock full potential.
Councillor Helen Howell, North Northants Council Deputy Leader and Natalie Bloomer, Casework Manager for Gen Kitchen MP for Wellingborough & Rushden, will also be at the
event to talk with the local community.
Donna French, Centre Manager at Rushden Lakes said;
“We’re thrilled to be hosting our recruitment event for the 8th year. Since the launch, we’ve directly assisted with placing over 400 event attendees into local job roles, which truly highlights its impact and importance.
The recruitment event enables us to provide support and guidance, and connect our brands to suitable candidates. We’re also pleased to welcome local Police, Fire and Rescue services and the council, all of which will be showcasing available roles within their sectors.”
Kerstin Fenelon, Asset Manager at The Crown Estate said;
“The Crown Estate is proud to enable Rushden Lakes to host Recruit Rushden, an initiative that supports individuals within the local community, reach their full potential and find their next opportunity.
The Recruit Programme aims to create positive change, connect brands to suitable candidates, and boost the local economy. Over 1,000 people have been placed into work via the Recruit Programme over its 7 years at Rushden Lakes, making it a huge success!”
The full list* of Rushden Lakes brands you can expect at the event includes:
- Marks and Spencer
- Wren
- Wildwood
- Lago Lounge
- Costa Coffee
- Popeyes
- Paradise Island Adventure Golf
- Magazine Heaven
- Barbour
Keep up to date with Rushden Lakes events on their website, www.rushdenlakes.com, and social channels. Follow on Facebook, @RushdenLakesSC, Instagram: @rushdenlakessc and X: @RushdenLakesSC.
Rushden Lakes is open Monday – Saturday 08:00 – 18:00 and Sunday 10:00 – 17:00. Individual restaurants and store opening times may vary.
*The list of stores attending is subject to change

