School worker to face trial over alleged relationship with teenager

Leila Jackson, 43, from Cheltenham denies five charges of sexual activity with a boy aged 16 to 17 while in a position of trust

Author: PA News Agency Published 7th Nov 2025

A school administrative worker from Cheltenham will face trial after denying forming a sexual relationship with a pupil.

Leila Jackson, 43, pleaded not guilty to five charges of sexual activity with a boy aged 16 to 17 while in a position of trust which are alleged to have taken place over a six-month period.

During a hearing at Gloucester Crown Court on Friday, Jackson, of Gretton, Cheltenham, spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas.

A six-day trial is expected to take place in July 2027.

Jackson was released on conditional bail and ordered not to contact any prosecution witnesses, including the complainant.

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