The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), in collaboration with teacher unions and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC), is exploring proposals to eliminate job groups B5 and C5 as part of the 2025-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
If implemented, all teachers in B5 would transition to C1, while those in C5 would move to D1. This reform aims to align teachers’ pay with their responsibilities and improve their financial stability.
Under the proposed changes, the lowest-paid teacher, earning Ksh 23,830 in job group B5, will see their salary rise to a starting point of Ksh 29,787—currently the basic pay for job group C1 teachers.
This adjustment will address longstanding concerns over low pay in entry-level positions. For job group C5, pay adjustments will align with the structure in D1, further incentivizing teachers in leadership roles.
The proposed reforms would also integrate allowances such as hardship, commuter, and house allowances, which vary based on job group and location.
For instance, teachers in D1 can expect house allowances ranging from Ksh 18,066 in rural areas to Ksh 45,000 in Nairobi, boosting overall compensation significantly.
These changes is part of TSC efforts to attract and retain quality educators in Kenya while addressing disparities in the current salary structures. Implementation hinges on final approval by all stakeholders during the next CBA negotiation sessions.
