# Former Teacher Banned for Life After Child Abuse Convictions | London News

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-07-15T06:14:14+00:00
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A former teacher convicted of grooming and sexually assaulting a child has been banned for life from working in any educational setting in England. Sentenced to eight years and three months for multiple serious offenses—including making indecent images and engaging in sexual activity with a minor—Jacques Lodewyck Du Plessis’s ban was upheld by the Teaching Regulation Agency after a June hearing. The panel stressed the deliberate, repeated nature of his crimes and the discovery of disturbing items, like a bondage kit and sex toys, under his desk at John Lyon School, though the offenses occurred elsewhere. The school confirmed he’s no longer employed there and fully cooperated with the independent police investigation. With no remorse shown, the TRA deemed any future review unacceptable, fearing it would erode public trust in educators. Du Plessis now has 28 days to appeal in the High Court. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f02d4305618bce22

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