The seven secrets behind great teaching

1. They build confidence

2. They’re not afraid to make difficult decisions

3. They develop others

4. They’re good communicators

5. They’re non-conformists

Teachers may get frustrated with pupils who insist on asserting their individuality at every opportunity, but it turns out that they are just as averse to conforming: 87 per cent have a low or extremely low preference for conformity as a personality trait.

6. They thrive in the company of others

7. They see the bigger picture