TSC Unveils New Grading System and Salary Scale for Teachers
The Teacher Service Commission (TSC) introduced a revised salary structure and grading system for all primary and secondary school instructors. Some job groups have been eliminated and others have been merged as a consequence of this overhaul.
New Grading System for Primary School Teachers
- Primary Teacher II (T-Scale 5):
- This is the entry-level scale for newly employed primary school teachers.
- Replaces the old P1 grade under Job Group G.
- Grade B5 encompasses all Primary Teacher II positions.
- Primary Teacher I (T-Scale 6):
- This is a promotional scale for primary teachers who have served as Primary Teacher II for at least three years.
- Promotion is automatic.
- All Primary Teacher I fall under Grade C1, which also includes Secondary Teachers II and Lecturer III.
- Senior Teacher II (T-Scale 7):
- Entry into this grade is competitive and based on vacancy availability.
- Requires a minimum of three years of service as a Primary Teacher I.
- All Senior Teacher II fall under Grade C2.
- Senior Teacher I (T-Scale 8):
- This promotional scale is for institution administrators.
- Requires a minimum of three years of service as a Senior Teacher II.
- Senior Teacher I, Secondary Education I, Lecturer I, and Special Needs Education Teacher I are all classified as Grade C3.
- Deputy Headteacher (T-Scale 9):
- Competitive entry based on available vacancies.
- Requires three years of service as a Senior Teacher I.
- All Deputy Headteacher II fall under Grade C4, including Senior Masters IV, Special Needs Education Senior Teachers, and Senior Lecturer IV.
- Headteacher (T-Scale 10):
- Competitive promotion based on vacancy availability.
- Requires three years of service as a Deputy Headteacher II.
- All Headteachers belong to Grade C5.
- Senior Headteacher (T-Scale 11):
- This is an advancement grade for institution administrators.
- Requires three years of service as a Headteacher II.
- All Senior Headteachers fall under Grade D1, along with Deputy Principal III, Senior Master II, Senior Lecturer II, and Curriculum Support Officer.
Overview of Key Grades and Corresponding Roles
| Grade | T-Scale | Role |
|---|---|---|
| B5 | 5 | Primary Teacher II (Entry Level) |
| C1 | 6 | Primary Teacher I |
| C2 | 7 | Senior Teacher II |
| C3 | 8 | Senior Teacher I |
| C4 | 9 | Deputy Headteacher II |
| C5 | 10 | Headteacher |
| D1 | 11 | Senior Headteacher |
In Our Other News: Current Pay and Benefits for TSC Teachers by Job Group
The TSC adopted the Career Progression Guideline (CPG) as a framework for grading and promoting teachers across various levels. This restructuring aims to streamline career advancement and ensure clarity in the professional development of educators.
By implementing this new system, the TSC aims to enhance the efficiency and transparency of teacher promotions and salary increments, ultimately improving the quality of education in primary and secondary schools.
