Neil Dyer, 71, from Plymouth, was found guilty of 25 counts of sexual assault between 1976 and 1992.

He carried out the abuse while working at Widey Court Primary School in the city.

Dyer, who was known as Geoffrey Burley at the time, was sentenced at Plymouth Crown Court.

His victims included 13 boys and one girl.

During the trial the court heard Dyer had run Widey Court school with a “rod of iron”.

Remedy Law represent an individual who was subject to abuse at the hands of Dyer and are seeking for others to come forward and assist in their pursuit for justice.

If you were subject to abuse at the hands of Dyer/Burley and wish to discuss your experiences or recollections, we would be most grateful if you could contact Charles Derham – 02393552152 – charles@remedylaw.co.uk