Locations
Dunswell Road, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire, HU16
Description
A farm worker from Cottingham working at Bishop Burton College in East Yorkshire has been convicted of sexually assaulting two students.
Keith Bailey, 56, of Dunswell Road, Cottingham, was jailed for 22 months at Grimsby Crown Court on Friday, November 19.
Bailey worked at the on-site farm in a support role. However, he was suspended in 2018 when allegations first came to light and he has since been formally dismissed by the college.
Bishop Burton CEO and principal Bill Meredith said: "A court case against a previous staff member at Bishop Burton College concluded with a sentencing hearing at Grimsby Crown Court.
"The college would like to commend the bravery of those who came forward to enable this case to come to trial. The college offered to support the victims along with the police in this matter. The college deeply regrets the distress caused to the students involved.
"The staff member was suspended from the college in December 2018, when the incidents were first reported.
"The staff member never returned to work after this date.
"Normal rigorous employment checks were undertaken on the staff member when they were recruited.
"Subsequent training and updates on safeguarding were provided by the college.
"In spite of these measures, the incidents reported occurred and, as a result, the college has reviewed all aspects of the safeguarding systems and taken external advice.
"The college has co-operated with the police and local authority throughout and will continue to prioritise the welfare and safety for all who attend the college."