Teacher had sex with pupil at teen's family home

A teacher has been banned from the profession after admitting to a six-month sexual relationship with a pupil 25 years ago.

Helen Flinders, 55, was working at St Joseph's School in Swindon when she kissed the student at another teacher's house following sports day, leading to regular sexual encounters at the student's house throughout 2000.

The incident came to light in 2011 while Ms Flinders was employed at another school, from which she resigned a few months later.

Wiltshire Police said no action was taken due to legislation at the time.