TSC SNE Teacher Salary —Deputy Head Teacher (SNE) D1 T-Scale 11 [Updated]

T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher [Salary, Allowances, Roles, Responsibilities and Requirements For Appointment]

The role of a Deputy Head Teacher (SNE) in Kenya is a crucial one, especially in the field of Special Needs Education (SNE).

This position comes with its unique set of responsibilities, requirements, and a competitive salary structure.

In this blog post, we will delve into the details of the salary, allowances, roles, responsibilities, and requirements for appointment of a T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Head Teacher.

Understanding these aspects is essential for both aspiring educators and those currently in the field, as it provides insights into the expectations and rewards associated with this pivotal role in the education sector.

This post covers;

T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher Salary and Allowances
Requirements/Qualifications for appointment
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
FAQs On SNE Teachers Salary
References/Sources

T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher Salary and Allowances

Basic Salary

The basic salary for a T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher, varies based on salary points.

Starting from Ksh. 78,625 at point 1 and increasing to Ksh. 95,101 at point 7, this salary structure reflects the progressive nature of the role and the corresponding responsibilities.

Additionally, this basic salary is accompanied by an allowance grade at D1, which further contributes to the total compensation package for this position.

BASIC SALARY W.E.F 01.07.2023
SALARY POINTS	SALARY	ALLOWANCE GRADE
1	78,625	D1
2	81,128	D1
3	83,755	D1
4	86,458	D1
5	89,240	D1
6	92,119	D1


7	95,101	D1

Hardship, Commuter, Annual Leave, and Disability Guide Allowances

The T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher is entitled to various allowances, including hardship, commuter, annual leave, and disability guide allowances.

For grade D1, the hardship allowance is Ksh. 27,300, the commuter allowance is Ksh. 12,000, the annual leave allowance is Ksh. 10,000, and the disability guide allowance is Ksh. 20,000.

These allowances supplement the basic salary and enhance the overall compensation package for individuals serving in this role, recognizing the challenges and additional costs associated with their responsibilities.

These allowances are designed to support the Deputy Headteacher in meeting the demands of their role, particularly considering the specialized nature of Special Needs Education.

The combination of basic salary and allowances reflects the Teachers Service Commission’s commitment to providing competitive remuneration for educators in Kenya, especially those in key leadership positions within the education sector.

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
	D1	11	27,300	12,000	10,000	20,000

House Allowances

House allowances for T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher are determined by the grade and location.

In Cluster 1, which includes Nairobi City, the house allowance is Ksh. 45,000. Cluster 2, comprising Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru Cities, Nyeri, Eldoret, Thika, Kisii, Malindi, and Kitale Municipalities, offers an allowance of Ksh. 28,000.

Cluster 3, covering other former municipalities, provides Ksh. 21,000, while Cluster 4, including all other areas, provides Ksh. 18,066.

These allowances are designed to support teachers in meeting the cost of housing in different regions, recognizing the varying living expenses across the country.

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
	D1	11	45,000	28,000	21,000	18,066

Requirements/Qualifications For Appointment

This is an administrative grade for SNE teachers in primary schools.

A teacher at this grade is responsible for the provision of leadership in the development and implementation of education plans, policies, programs and curriculum activities.

He /She will also be responsible the professional development of teaching staff.

Promotion to this grade will be competitive and subject to availability of vacancies in the establishment.

For appointment to this grade a teacher must:-

have served as Senior Teacher I SNE T-Scale 10 for a minimum period of three (3) years;
have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum mean
Grade C plain or other recognized equivalent qualifications;
have Primary Teacher Certificate (PTE) or its approved equivalent;
have a diploma in Special Needs Education or its equivalent;
be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in education SNE option or its equivalent;
have successfully undertaken the relevant TPD modules;
have satisfactory rating in the performance appraisal process;
meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and
meet any other requirement deemed necessary by the Commission.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities of SNE Deputy Headteacher

The duties and responsibilities shall be to:-

prepare lesson plans, lesson notes, timetables, schemes of work and maintain academic standards in the school to ensure that the syllabus is covered in time for evaluation;
teach subjects of specialization to prepare and impart knowledge, skills and attitudes to the learner to meet the objectives of the curriculum;
evaluate the learners in subjects of specialisation to ensure achievement of learning objectives and prepare them for national and/or other examinations;
provide new ideas and programmes to ensure improvement in the teaching and learning in the area of specialisation;
embrace teamwork through collaborative planning and teaching;
serve as a role model and promote learner discipline;
provide guidance and counselling services to the learners, to create conducive environment for learning and harmonious co-existence;
Conduct functional and educational assessment for children with special needs for placement and other interventions;
habilitate and rehabilitate persons with special needs;
collect, collate and maintain learners’ and staff records;
organise and coordinate school based in-service professional development programmes;
organize school based and zonal subject panels to enable teachers share knowledge, innovations and trends;
coordinate gender mainstreaming issues for learners in curricular and cocurricular activities;
ensure safety, health and discipline of learners;
supervise the interpretation and adaptation of the curriculum;
ensure that Activities of Daily Living (ADL) programs, prevocational and vocational training programs are prepared and implemented;
oversee sourcing and utilisation of instructional materials;
co-ordinate and provide guidance and counselling services to the teachers, non-teaching staff and learners;
promote discipline of teaching and non-teaching staff;
supervise stores requisition and maintenance of proper inventory
supervise teaching and non-teaching staff;
supervise general repairs of buildings and equipment;
serve as secretary during staff meetings;
appraise staff;
promote positive linkages between the school and stakeholders;
ensure safety and security of the institution’s human and physical resources;
mentor and coach staff in the area of specialisation to improve knowledge, skills and performance;
initiate and supervise income generating projects to empower the learners for self-reliance and economic development; and
any other duty as may be assigned.

Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions On SNE Teacher Salary

1. What is the basic salary for a T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher?

The basic salary for a T Scale 11 SNE Deputy Headteacher varies based on salary points, starting from Ksh. 78,625 at point 1 and increasing to Ksh. 95,101 at point 7.

2. What allowances are SNE Deputy Headteachers entitled to?

SNE Deputy Headteachers are entitled to various allowances, including hardship, commuter, annual leave, and disability guide allowances, which supplement their basic salary.

3. How are house allowances determined for SNE Deputy Headteachers?

House allowances for SNE Deputy Headteachers are determined by the grade and location. Different clusters are defined based on the city or municipality, with varying allowance amounts.

4. What are the requirements for appointment to the grade of SNE Deputy Headteacher?

To be appointed to this grade, a teacher must have served as Senior Teacher I SNE T-Scale 10 for a minimum period of three (3) years, among other qualifications outlined by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).

5. What are the key duties and responsibilities of SNE Deputy Headteachers?

SNE Deputy Headteachers are responsible for providing leadership in the development and implementation of education plans, policies, programs, and curriculum activities. They also oversee the professional development of teaching staff and ensure the overall well-being of learners in special needs education.