HULME Hall Grammar School has appointed Philip Bradford from Northwich as its assistant head teacher.

In his new role Mr Bradford is in charge of the curriculum at the independent school at Cheadle Hulme, along with his other duties as head of physical education.

Mr Bradford has been in teaching for 12 years, and said: “I am thrilled to be appointed as the new assistant head teacher, and am looking forward to working on the curriculum the school provides to cement our position as the best in class within the Stockport area.”

Head teacher, Rachael Allen, said: “Mr Bradford is a very experienced and highly-valued member of staff, and I am delighted to welcome him to his new role within the senior management team as assistant head teacher.”