The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced the re-advertisement of 1,631 promotional vacancies for serving teachers in Kenya. The opportunities are available for Deputy Principal III, Senior Master II and Deputy Headteacher II positions under the Career Progression Guidelines for Teachers.
The Teachers Service Commission is established under Article 237(1) of the Constitution of Kenya and is responsible for matters relating to teachers’ employment and management within the public education sector. Through this recruitment, the Commission is inviting eligible serving teachers to apply for promotion into leadership and senior teaching positions in schools where vacancies exist.
The advertised opportunities are spread across secondary and primary school levels. The largest number of vacancies is for Deputy Headteacher II positions, followed by Deputy Principal III and Senior Master II positions. Successful applicants will be posted to institutions with available vacancies.
Applicants are required to submit their applications online through the TSC portal. Manual applications will not be accepted. Candidates who had applied for the same positions during the earlier advertisement and successfully submitted their applications are not required to apply again.
Below is a summary of the available TSC promotional vacancies.
- Deputy Principal III (Regular)
Advert Number: 108/2026
Grade: D1
T-Scale: 11
Number of Vacancies: 132
The Teachers Service Commission is recruiting 132 Deputy Principal III (Regular) positions under Grade D1 and T-Scale 11. This is a promotional opportunity for serving teachers seeking to take up a senior school leadership role within the secondary education system.
A Deputy Principal III supports the overall administration and management of a school. The position works closely with the principal in ensuring that school programmes, academic activities and day-to-day operations are coordinated effectively. The role is central to maintaining an organised school environment and supporting the implementation of education policies and institutional plans.
The Deputy Principal III position is expected to support the principal in the management of teachers, learners and other school activities. The office contributes to academic coordination by assisting with the implementation of teaching programmes, monitoring learning activities and supporting efforts aimed at improving academic performance.
The role also has an important responsibility in maintaining discipline and supporting student welfare. A Deputy Principal III may be required to coordinate activities that promote a positive school environment, orderly conduct and adherence to school rules. The position supports communication between school leadership, teachers, learners, parents and other stakeholders where necessary.
As a school leadership position, the Deputy Principal III role contributes to the planning and implementation of institutional programmes. This may include supporting school calendars, internal meetings, learner activities and other administrative arrangements required for the smooth running of the institution.
The successful candidates will be posted to schools where vacancies exist. Applicants should therefore be prepared to serve in any institution where the Teachers Service Commission may deploy them in line with available openings.
- Senior Master II
Advert Number: 109/2026
Grade: D1
T-Scale: 11
Number of Vacancies: 29
The Teachers Service Commission has advertised 29 Senior Master II vacancies. The position is classified under Grade D1 and T-Scale 11 and is available to suitably qualified serving teachers in accordance with the Career Progression Guidelines for Teachers.
The Senior Master II position is a senior teaching and leadership role within a school. The office supports academic coordination, learner development and the effective implementation of school programmes. The role works within the school management structure and supports the delivery of teaching and learning activities.
A Senior Master II may be responsible for coordinating designated academic, administrative or student-focused functions assigned by the school leadership. The position supports the institution in ensuring that learners receive appropriate academic guidance and that school programmes are implemented in an organised manner.
The role may also contribute to the supervision and coordination of teachers within assigned areas. This includes supporting teamwork, academic planning and the implementation of activities designed to improve the quality of education offered by the institution. The position is expected to work collaboratively with the principal, deputy principal, heads of departments and other staff members.
In addition to classroom and academic responsibilities, the Senior Master II role supports learner welfare, discipline and co-curricular activities where assigned. The position contributes to maintaining a productive learning environment and may assist in monitoring the progress of students under the relevant areas of responsibility.
The Senior Master II position is suitable for serving teachers seeking promotion into a role that combines teaching responsibilities with broader academic and institutional leadership support. Successful candidates will be posted by the Teachers Service Commission to schools with vacancies.
- Deputy Headteacher II (Regular)
Advert Number: 110/2026
Grade: C4
T-Scale: 9
Number of Vacancies: 1,470
The Teachers Service Commission is recruiting 1,470 Deputy Headteacher II (Regular) positions, making this the largest category in the current promotional recruitment. The vacancy is classified under Grade C4 and T-Scale 9.
The Deputy Headteacher II role supports the headteacher in the administration, management and academic coordination of a primary school. The position plays a key role in ensuring that school operations run efficiently and that teaching and learning activities are implemented according to the school’s plans and the applicable education framework.
A Deputy Headteacher II supports the headteacher in supervising the daily activities of the school. This includes assisting with the coordination of teachers, learners and school programmes. The role contributes to maintaining a structured learning environment where academic work, discipline and learner welfare receive appropriate attention.
The office is expected to support academic planning and the implementation of the school timetable and learning activities. The Deputy Headteacher II may assist in monitoring the progress of learners, supporting teachers in the delivery of instructional programmes and helping the school leadership identify areas requiring attention.
The role also contributes to school discipline and learner welfare. A Deputy Headteacher II supports the development of a safe, orderly and supportive environment for pupils. The position may assist in addressing routine learner matters, coordinating communication with parents or guardians and supporting initiatives that promote attendance, positive behaviour and learner development.
As part of the school’s leadership team, the Deputy Headteacher II may also support record management, internal meetings, co-curricular activities and other duties assigned by the headteacher. The position requires effective coordination with teaching staff and other stakeholders to support the overall functioning of the institution.
The 1,470 vacancies provide a significant promotional opportunity for serving teachers seeking to take up leadership responsibilities within primary schools. Successful candidates will be deployed to institutions where vacancies exist, as determined by the Teachers Service Commission.
Important Information for Applicants
Applicants should take note of the following instructions issued by the Teachers Service Commission:
- The vacancies are open to suitably qualified serving teachers.
- Applications must be submitted online through the TSC portal.
- The official application portal is www.teachersonline.go.ke.
- Manual applications will not be accepted.
- Candidates who applied for these positions under the earlier advertisement and successfully submitted their applications do not need to apply again.
- Successful candidates will be posted to institutions where vacancies exist.
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
The advertised positions are promotional opportunities and are intended to strengthen leadership capacity in public schools across Kenya. Teachers interested in the Deputy Principal III, Senior Master II and Deputy Headteacher II vacancies should review the prescribed requirements under the Career Progression Guidelines for Teachers before submitting their applications.
Application Deadline
Applications must be received by midnight on Monday, 14 September 2026.
Applicants are advised to submit their online applications early to avoid last-minute technical challenges. They should also ensure that the information provided through the TSC portal is accurate and complete before final submission.
