The staff shortages around WA have left some industries on their knees as competition for workers has seen massive salary potential in some jobs, while in others, it’s forcing workplaces to get creative.

The education sector is so desperate for teachers that the education department is now looking at bringing in trainee teachers from overseas to fill gaps. It’s been met with hesitation by the teachers union, but to give us the reaction of school leaders, is President of the Principal’s Federation of WA, Bevan Ripp.

The staff shortages around WA have left some industries on their knees as competition for workers has seen massive salary potential in some jobs, while in others, it’s forcing workplaces to get creative.
The education sector is so desperate for teachers that the education department is now looking at bringing in trainee teachers from overseas to fill gaps. It’s been met with hesitation by the teachers union, but to give us the reaction of school leaders, is President of the Principal’s Federation of WA, Bevan Ripp.

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