Mulberry Bush Nursery Group have been working with Bury College for a number of years, hiring and training childcare Apprentices. The partnership has provided learners with amazing opportunities and resulted in thriving careers.
Bury College is an institute of higher learning for ages 16 and above. We pride ourselves on developing skills for life in our learners across our different courses. As a college, we offer A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, foundation studies as well as university and adult courses.
Aspiring to provide the best for every student lies at the heart of all that we do. In order to help us meet that aspiration, we know our number one asset is our staff.
Attracting, developing and retaining excellent people is our primary goal. People who share the College values and support each other to deliver the College’s mission of serving its communities through education and training.
Meet some of our staff who share their experiences of what life is like working at Bury College.
Rizwan Qureshi - Accounting Lecturer
“There is a real sense of community here at Bury College and a feeling that we’re all in this together. I really enjoy my job and the fact that I have the opportunity to support students when they’re at a crossroads in their education and careers.”
Mark Fisher - Student Information Senior Officer for Registry
“There is always support available should I need help, and the wellbeing of staff is really well looked after across the College.”
Do you have the tools to teach Construction? Hear from our construction staff on their transition from industry to education, and more.
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Mulberry Bush Nursery Group have been working with Bury College for a number of years, hiring and training childcare Apprentices. The partnership has provided learners with amazing opportunities and resulted in thriving careers.
Bury College welcomed learners from 12 Greater Manchester colleges for the GM Skills Foundation Studies Competition, where students showcased creative heritage-inspired projects and took part in a collaborative team challenge. The event celebrated student creativity, confidence, and community.
Bury College hosted the GM Skills Construction Competition on Friday 13th March 2026, with students from nine colleges competing across Plastering, Bricklaying, Carpentry and Joinery, Electrical Installation, Painting and Decorating, and Plumbing, showcasing top skills and earning multiple wins.
A former Bury College Hairdressing Apprentice has come full circle, embarking on an exciting teaching career which will see him inspire the next generation of Hairdressers.
Read how Deborah, an adult learner at Bury College, is progressing in her career and finding new purpose after previously retiring.
Read how Codi has used the skills of her Catering course at Bury College to support her journey to becoming a restaurant owner.