P1 (Primary) Teachers Allowances: Understanding TSC Grading Structure

In Kenya, the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has a structured grading system for teachers, including P1 teachers, that determines their salary scales and allowances.

Let’s delve into the details of the TSC grading structure for P1 teachers, including house allowances and other additional allowances.

TSC Grading Structure for P1(Primary) Teachers

TABLE 1 – JOB TITLES AND SCALES
S/No.	TITLES	GRADE	T- SCALE
5.	Senior Master II	D1	T-Scale 11
	Deputy Principal III
	Senior Head teacher
	Senior Lecturer II
	Curriculum Support Officer I
6.		C5	T-Scale 10
	Senior Master III
	Senior Lecturer III
	Head teacher
	Deputy Head teacher I
	Curriculum Support Officer II
7.	Senior Lecturer IV	C4	T-Scale 9
	Senior Master IV
	SNE Senior Teacher – Primary
	SNE Teacher I – Secondary
	Deputy Head teacher II
8.	Secondary Teacher I	C3	T-Scale 8
	Lecturer I
	SNE Teacher I – Primary
	SNE Teacher II – Secondary
	Senior Teacher I
9.	Secondary Teacher II	C2	T-Scale 7
	SNE Teacher II – Primary
	Lecturer II
	Senior Teacher II

10.	Secondary Teacher III	C1	T-Scale 6
	Lecturer III
	Primary Teacher I

11.	Primary Teacher II	B5	T-Scale 5

The TSC grading structure for P1 teachers ranges from TSC Grade B5 (Primary Teacher II —the lowest paid primary teacher) to TSC Grade D1 (Senior Headteacher —the highest paid primary school teacher). Here is a breakdown of the job titles and scales:

P1 Teacher House Allowances

P1 teachers are entitled to house allowances based on their grade and the cluster they are in.

The house allowance varies depending on the location of the teacher’s duty station.

Here is a breakdown of the house allowance rates:

APPENDIX A: – HOUSE ALLOWANCE

S/no	Grade	TSC Scale	CLUSTER 1 (Nairobi City)	CLUSTER 2 (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru Cities, Nyeri, Eldoret,Thika, Kisii, Malindi and Kitale Municipalities)	CLUSTER 3 (Other Former Municipalities)	CLUSTER 4 (All Other Areas)
1	B5	5	6,750	4,500	3,850	3,850
2	C1	6	10,000	7,500	5,800	5,000
3	C2	7	16,500	12,800	9,600	8,133
4	C3	8	28,000	22,000	16,500	14,055
5	C4	9	28,000	22,000	16,500	14,055
6	C5	10	35,000	25,500	18,000	16,184
7	D1	11	45,000	28,000	21,000	18,066

Other Allowances For P1 Teachers

P1 teachers also receive additional allowances, including hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance.

These allowances vary based on the teacher’s grade. Here is a breakdown of the allowances:

APPENDIX B: HARDSHIP ALLOWANCE, COMMUTER ALLOWANCE, ANNUAL LEAVE ALLOWANCE, AND DISABILITY GUIDE ALLOWANCE

Sno	Grade	TSC Scale	Hardship Allowance	Commuter Allowance	Annual Leave Allowance	Disability Guide Allowance
1	B5	5	6,600	4,000	4,000	20,000
2	C1	6	8,200	4,000	4,000	20,000
3	C2	7	10,900	5,000	6,000	20,000
4	C3	8	12,300	6,000	6,000	20,000
5	C4	9	14,650	8,000	6,000	20,000
6	C5	10	17,100	8,000	6,000	20,000
7	D1	11	27,300	12,000	10,000	20,000

Understanding the TSC grading structure and allowances for P1 teachers is essential for teachers to know their entitlements and plan their finances effectively.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about TSC Grading Structure and Allowances for P1 Teachers

1. What is the TSC grading structure for P1 teachers?

The TSC grading structure for P1 teachers ranges from TSC Grade B5 (Primary Teacher II) to TSC Grade D1 (Senior Headteacher), with different job titles and T-Scale levels in between.

2. How are P1 teachers’ salaries determined within the grading structure?

P1 teachers’ salaries are determined by their grade within the TSC grading structure, with higher grades corresponding to higher salary scales.

3. What are the house allowances for P1 teachers?

The house allowances for P1 teachers vary based on their grade and the cluster they are in, ranging from CLUSTER 1 (Nairobi City) to CLUSTER 4 (All Other Areas).

4. What other allowances do P1 teachers receive?

In addition to house allowances, P1 teachers also receive other allowances such as hardship allowance, commuter allowance, annual leave allowance, and disability guide allowance, depending on their grade.

5. How can P1 teachers determine their total allowances?

P1 teachers can determine their total allowances by adding up their house allowance and other allowances based on their grade and duty station cluster.

6. Are there any eligibility criteria for receiving these allowances?

Yes, P1 teachers must meet certain eligibility criteria, such as being employed by the TSC and serving in specific roles or locations, to receive these allowances.

7. How often are these allowances paid?

These allowances are typically paid on a monthly basis, along with the teacher’s salary.

8. Can P1 teachers negotiate their allowances?

No, P1 teachers cannot negotiate their allowances as they are determined by the TSC grading structure and guidelines.

9. Are these allowances taxable?

Yes, these allowances are subject to taxation based on the prevailing tax laws in Kenya.

10. Where can P1 teachers find more information about their allowances?

P1 teachers can find more information about their allowances on the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) website or by consulting with their school’s administrative office.