Why is there a primary school teacher shortage?

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Why is there a primary school teacher shortage?

A new survey reveals almost 1,000 teaching vacancies nationwide in primary and special schools as principals struggle to fill posts. The survey carried out by the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO), Irish Primary Principals’ Network and the Catholic Primary Schools Management Association, says principals have become increasingly reliant on personnel who are not registered with the Teaching Council to cover short-term absences. So, why are primary and special schools across the country struggling to find staff? To discuss, Andrea is joined by Siobhan O’Neill White from Mams.ie, Rachel Harper, Principal of St. Patrick’s National School and Padraig Wilson McCarthy, teacher on a career break.

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Why is there a primary school teacher shortage?