What is the current Salary and Allowances for TSC C5 Teachers?
TSC Grade C5 teachers include:
- Senior Master III
- Senior Lecturer III
- Head teacher
- Deputy Head teacher I
- Curriculum Support Officer II
For educators serving under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya, understanding the salary structure and allowances is crucial.
This article aims to provide an updated overview of the current salary scale and allowances for TSC Grade C5 teachers, offering valuable insights for those in these roles and those aspiring to reach these positions.
Basic Salary For C5 Teachers
Basic Salary for C5 teachers ranges from Ksh. 62272 to Ksh.78667 as shown in the table below.
House Allowance For C5 Teachers
House allowance is a critical component of the overall compensation package for teachers under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya.
For Grade C5 teachers, the house allowance varies depending on the region or cluster they are stationed in.
In Nairobi City, C5 teachers receive a house allowance of Ksh. 35,000, while those in Cluster 2 areas such as Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru Cities, Nyeri, Eldoret, Thika, Kisii, Malindi, and Kitale Municipalities receive Ksh. 25,500.
In Cluster 3, which comprises other former municipalities, the house allowance is Ksh. 18,000, and in Cluster 4, covering all other areas, it is Ksh. 16,184.
These allowances aim to provide teachers with suitable housing options based on the cost of living in their respective regions, ensuring their well-being and ability to focus on their crucial role in education.
| 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 |
| C5 | 10 | 35,000 | 25,500 | 18,000 | 16,184 | |
Hardship Allowance, Commuter Allowance, Annual Leave Allowance And Disability Guide Allowance For C5 Teachers
For TSC Grade C5 teachers, several allowances contribute to their overall compensation package.
The Hardship Allowance, designed to mitigate the challenges of working in difficult or remote areas, stands at Ksh 17,100.
Additionally, the Commuter Allowance, aimed at covering the cost of transportation to and from work, is set at Ksh 8,000.
C5 teachers also benefit from an Annual Leave Allowance of Ksh 6,000, ensuring they can take well-deserved breaks from their duties.
Furthermore, there is a Disability Guide Allowance of Ksh 20,000, providing support to teachers facing disabilities.
These allowances play a crucial role in recognizing and compensating teachers for their dedication and the challenges they may encounter in their roles.
| 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 |
| C5 | 10 | 17,100 | 8,000 | 6,000 | 20,000 | |
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