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.
A Bury Council Social Media enthusiast has achieved a Bury College apprenticeship qualification which will support career progression.
Shannon Wood has undertaken a valuable role within the Council working as a Social Development Team Assistant. The former St Monica’s RC High School has a range of varied duties which include carrying out administrative and finance tasks as well as supporting team projects and managing the social media channels.
Shannon completed her Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship alongside her job and balanced her studies with full-time employment. The apprenticeship supported Shannon in her role and helped to develop her knowledge in areas such as project management, understanding the business environment, social media marketing and coaching skills.
Shannon said, “I have learnt so much by completing an apprenticeship. I have been able to put my theory knowledge into practice within the workplace and I have further developed a range of transferable skills. I feel that the skills and knowledge I have developed throughout this apprenticeship has and will enable me to be successful in a range of different careers in the long term.”
The ambitious Council employee is now looking forward to progressing her career within public sector. Shannon enjoyed her apprenticeship programme so much that she would like to continue her professional development and achieve further qualifications as she thoroughly enjoys learning and pushing myself to new challenges.
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.
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