The deadline for new teachers seeking to fill 2,014 vacancies for primary, junior, and senior secondary school teachers is set to lapse on Monday.

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) had posted a notice on May 6, stating that it would be replacing teachers who exited service through natural attrition.

“The teachers recruited will serve on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. The deadline for the applications is May 19, 2025, midnight.” the notice read in part.

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TSC noted that there are 1,309 vacancies in primary schools, 32 in junior secondary, and 673 in senior secondary schools.

To qualify for recruitment, candidates must be Kenyan citizens.

Applicants for primary school positions should hold a P1 certificate, while those applying for junior and senior secondary positions must have at least a diploma in education, with a minimum KCSE grade of C+ and C+ in two teaching subjects or their equivalent.

The applicants must also be registered as teachers under TSC.

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The Commission has at the same time released the recruitment guidelines and a list of documents to be presented during the intervews.

TSC warned candidates against filling out more than one application for employment form, saying it will lead to disqualification.

The Commission said manual applications will not be considered and that applicants who have not previously been employed by the Commission will be given preference. TSC warned candidates against filling out more than one application for employment form, saying it will lead to disqualification.

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The largest single employer, in Kenya, said manual applications will not be considered and that applicants who have not previously been employed by the commission will be given preference.

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Read the full TSC advert below:

TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION
REPLACEMENT OF TEACHERS WHO EXITED SERVICE IN PUBLIC PRIMARY, JUNIOR AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS – MAY, 2025

The Teachers Service Commission is declaring 2,014 vacancies to replace teachers who exited service through natural attrition i.e. 1,309 posts for primary schools, 32 posts for junior schools and 673 posts for secondary schools. The teachers recruited will serve on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.

Eligibility

To qualify for recruitment, a candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:

i) Be a Kenyan citizen;

ii) Must be a holder of:
• a P1 certificate in the case of primary schools OR
• Atleast a diploma in education in the case of junior and secondary schools with a minimum Grade of C+ (plus) and C+ (plus) in two teaching Subjects in KCSE or its equivalent;

iii) Must be a registered teacher with Teachers Service Commission.

Mode of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the Teachers Service Commission’s website, www.tsc.go.ke under ‘Careers’ or teachersonline.tsc.go.ke not later than Monday, 19th May 2025 Midnight.

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Details on available vacancies per county/or schools is in the Teachers Service Commission’s website: www.tsc.go.ke

https://educationnewshub.co.ke/tsc-2025-recruitment-guidelines-scoring-guide-for-primary-schools-teachers/

General Information Please note that:

i) The Teachers Service Commission Recruitment Guidelines 2024/2025 Financial Year (Circular No. 19/2024 and No.20/2024) shall apply.

ii) Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original academic and professional certificates.

iii) Successful candidates must not fill more than one Application for Employment Form. Filling of two or more Application for Employment Forms will lead to disqualification.

iv) Manual applications will not be considered.

v) Applicants who have not previously been employed by the Teachers Service Commission will be given preference.

The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer as per the constitutional provisions and law and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

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CAUTION:

The recruitment exercise is free of charge. The Teachers Service Commission forewarns applicants against fraudsters who might extort money from unsuspecting persons purporting to assist in recruitment.

REPORTING OF FRAUD

Any fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest TSC office or Teachers Service Commission headquarters through the following telephone lines: Director Staffing (0202892193) and Deputy Director- Staffing (0202892131) or write to the Commission through the email address dirstaffing@tsc.go.ke.

In addition, any such fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest police station.

Details on available vacancies per county/school is in the Teachers Service Commission’s website: www.tsc.go.ke

TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION

TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION
REPLACEMENT OF TEACHERS WHO EXITED SERVICE IN PUBLIC PRIMARY, JUNIOR AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS – MAY, 2025

The Teachers Service Commission is declaring 2,014 vacancies to replace teachers who exited service through natural attrition i.e. 1,309 posts for primary schools, 32 posts for junior schools and 673 posts for secondary schools. The teachers recruited will serve on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.

Eligibility

To qualify for recruitment, a candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:

i) Be a Kenyan citizen;

ii) Must be a holder of:
• a P1 certificate in the case of primary schools OR
• Atleast a diploma in education in the case of junior and secondary schools with a minimum Grade of C+ (plus) and C+ (plus) in two teaching Subjects in KCSE or its equivalent;

iii) Must be a registered teacher with Teachers Service Commission.

Mode of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the Teachers Service Commission’s website, www.tsc.go.ke under ‘Careers’ or teachersonline.tsc.go.ke not later than Monday, 19th May 2025 Midnight.

Details on available vacancies per county/or schools is in the Teachers Service Commission’s website: www.tsc.go.ke

General Information Please note that:

i) The Teachers Service Commission Recruitment Guidelines 2024/2025 Financial Year (Circular No. 19/2024 and No.20/2024) shall apply.

ii) Shortlisted candidates will be required to present original academic and professional certificates.

iii) Successful candidates must not fill more than one Application for Employment Form. Filling of two or more Application for Employment Forms will lead to disqualification.

iv) Manual applications will not be considered.

v) Applicants who have not previously been employed by the Teachers Service Commission will be given preference.

The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer as per the constitutional provisions and law and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.

CAUTION:

The recruitment exercise is free of charge. The Teachers Service Commission forewarns applicants against fraudsters who might extort money from unsuspecting persons purporting to assist in recruitment.

REPORTING OF FRAUD

Any fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest TSC office or Teachers Service Commission headquarters through the following telephone lines: Director Staffing (0202892193) and Deputy Director- Staffing (0202892131) or write to the Commission through the email address dirstaffing@tsc.go.ke.

In addition, any such fraudulent activity should be reported to the nearest police station.

Details on available vacancies per county/school is in the Teachers Service Commission’s website: www.tsc.go.ke

TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has called on the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to exhibit fairness and consideration during the teacher recruitment process within the country. This comes in light of the backlash over the recent promotion of 25,252 teachers.

Speaking to the press on Saturday, April 19, KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu remarked that the commission should give priority to hiring teachers who finished their college education earlier than newer graduates.

“The commission needs to be fair and humane. The choice of a teacher who graduated from teachers college in 2023 while neglecting those who graduated in 2010 raises more concerns than solutions,” he stated.

“And as a union, we must clearly express that even in the context of employment, fairness is crucial, because there are teachers over 50 years old; where will they go? Since they are still available, they need to be employed,” he further explained.

The Secretary General added that the political sphere should honor the commission’s independence, which he indicated has failed to fulfill its responsibilities, and should avoid interfering with the hiring of teachers in the country. This request follows reports that State House has been involved in swaying the promotion and recruitment of teachers, contrary to the laws that allocate the TSC exclusive authority over the hiring and management of teachers.

“The Teachers Service Commission, to some extent, has relinquished its duty and collaborative role in the employment of teachers,” he noted.

“We cannot oppose the President’s executive authority to hire teachers, but the manner in which certain politicians distribute these positions raises questions; yes, assistance is welcome, but it must be fair,” he articulated.

Oyuu’s remarks come just days after the union also demanded the swift release of the Ksh64 billion in accrued capitation funds to assist the already ailing education sector.

KNUT emphasized that the holdup of these funds has severely hindered school heads from operating and managing schools effectively.

On Monday, March 3, Oyuu observed that the delay is primarily why some school administrators are choosing to send students home even before the official end of term.

“Why should there be a delay in capitation? How do you expect heads of institutions to manage schools? Because you cannot rely on your own funds to manage schools. When we hear of heads of institutions and principals having to send students home early or for an extended period, we understand the reasons,” he remarked.

“It is perilous to keep learners in schools without capitation. And for those heads who are astute enough to steer clear of strikes in schools, I believe they are doing their utmost,” he concluded.