A teacher who shared images of violence and wrote derogatory comments about Muslims online has been banned from the profession. Amrik Nijran was working at Nottingham Academy when he published inappropriate comments and images on his personal Twitter account, which were seen by pupils.
A disciplinary panel heard that Mr Nijran shared a bestiality image with a caption about Muslims, along with posts depicting serious violence and hangings, as well as sexist comments and negative posts about Muslims and other countries. The Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) found that while the posts were made outside the education setting, pupils were exposed to extreme material, amounting to unacceptable professional conduct.
Mr Nijran, who had decades of experience and had been a science teacher at the academy since 2017, denied the allegations and claimed he had been hacked. However, the panel concluded he was responsible for the posts. The report noted that the posts demonstrated and promoted a lack of tolerance and respect for the rights or beliefs of others, contrary to Fundamental British Values, and were prejudicial particularly to those from Pakistan and of the Muslim faith.
The panel heard that Mr Nijran had not acted in a discriminatory way in his classroom practice and was well regarded by pupils, including those of the Muslim faith. Nevertheless, the report concluded he should be prohibited from teaching indefinitely in any school, sixth form college, relevant youth accommodation or children's home in England. He may apply for the prohibition order to be set aside no earlier than 27 November 2025.
A spokesperson for Nottingham Academy said the institution was committed to upholding the highest standards of conduct and providing a safe and inclusive learning environment for all. They added that a full investigation was conducted immediately after the allegations came to light, continuing after the teacher's resignation, and that appropriate referrals were made to the Teaching Regulation Agency.
