TSC’s 2021-2025 CBA: Boosting Teacher Salaries in Kenya
TSC’s 2021-2025 CBA: Boosting Teacher Salaries in Kenya. The collaborative efforts between the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and prominent teachers unions, such as KUPPET, KNUT, and KUSNET, culminated in a noteworthy agreement on the 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) in the year 2023. Teachers strategically shielded themselves from the financial implications of new statutory deductions and the rising cost of living by actively formalizing this pivotal accord through signing an addendum at the esteemed Kenya School of Government.
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Of significant import within this comprehensive agreement is the provision for a substantial 9.5% increment in the basic salary for the lowest-paid teachers, juxtaposed with a commendable 2.4% rise for their highest-paid counterparts. Concurrently, the Teachers Service Commission announced momentous salary adjustments and the introduction of novel allowances, slated for implementation from July 1, 2023.
Specifically addressing the remuneration structure for Secondary Teacher I/Lecturer I/Senior Special Needs Teacher falling under Grade C3 and T Scale 8, a discernible elevation in basic salary was observed – transitioning from Ksh 43,154 to Ksh 44,412 at Salary Point 1, with a progressively ascending trajectory reaching up to Ksh 53,896 by July 2023.
In a parallel development, the introduction of novel TSC allowances serves as an augmentation to these salary adjustments. Noteworthy allowances, including but not limited to Hardship Allowance (Ksh 8,000), Commuter Allowance (Ksh 12,300), Annual Leave Allowance (Ksh 6,000), and Disability Guide Allowance (Ksh 20,000), substantially contribute to the enhancement of the overall remuneration package for educators.
In summation, the salient developments encompassing the 2024 Basic Salary and TSC Allowances for C3-T Scale 8 educators undeniably reflect positive strides in the realm of remuneration. These multifaceted adjustments, coupled with the introduction of newfound allowances, not only signify a commitment to acknowledging the pivotal role educators play but also serve as a tangible impetus for fostering heightened motivation and dedication within the education sector, thereby contributing significantly to the overarching mission of shaping the future through education.
TSC’s 2021-2025 CBA: Boosting Teacher Salaries in Kenya.