TSC Intern Recruitment: What Next After Verification and Validation Exercise?
As the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) completes its verification exercise for teacher recruitment, successful applicants can expect a few additional steps before final confirmation of their roles.
Here’s a breakdown of the process that will follow, ensuring clarity and transparency for all candidates.
Finalizing the Sub-County Merit List
Upon completion of interviews, each sub-county will compile a Merit List, ranking candidates based on interview performance.
This list will be communicated to all applicants, marking the end of the interview phase.
In Junior Secondary Special Schools, the Sub-County Selection Panel will create subject- and school-specific merit lists.
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These lists will not only serve current vacancies but also apply to similar future vacancies in Junior Secondary SNE schools within the sub-county or county for the financial year, unless otherwise directed by the Commission.
Document Validation by TSC County Directors
TSC County Directors will validate documents for selected candidates. This step ensures that all applicants meet the required qualifications for engagement. The Directors’ tasks include:
- Ensuring that the Internship Agreement and Offer of Internship Letter are complete with all attachments per the TSC checklist.
- Verifying that recruitment documents confirm each candidate’s eligibility based on TSC recruitment guidelines.
- Checking that all required documents are duly signed, including score sheets, minutes from Selection Panels, Internship Agreements, and Offer of Internship Letters.
- Compiling and addressing any complaints received, submitting a report on actions taken or recommended to the Commission.
Submission of Documents to TSC Headquarters
After document validation, the TSC County Director will forward the following to TSC Headquarters:
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Internship Agreement & Offer Letter | With certified copies of national ID, teacher registration certificate, academic and professional certificates, KNEC results certification (if needed), NCPWD card (if applicable), sworn affidavit (if needed), bank details, KRA PIN, passport photos, and medical report. |
| Merit List | A ranked list of interviewed candidates for advertised vacancies. |
| Attendance Record | A system-generated list showing candidates who missed interviews. |
| Disability List | Details of applicants with disabilities. |
| Selection Panel Minutes | Signed minutes of the selection process. |
| Score Guide | Signed, completed score guide for selection. |
| Payment Information | Duly completed pay point particulars form. |
Addressing Complaints
The TSC has outlined a clear procedure for handling grievances. Applicants who are dissatisfied with the recruitment process may submit a written complaint to the TSC County Director and email TSC Headquarters within seven days after selection.
The County Director will analyze and address complaints within a week and notify Headquarters of actions taken.
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If the County Director’s response does not satisfy the applicant, or if the complaint is against the Director, an appeal can be made to the Appeals Committee at TSC Headquarters. The committee will investigate and respond within 14 days.
Important Considerations for Applicants
- Public Access to Merit Lists: Merit lists will be accessible to the public upon request, provided the recruitment process remains unaffected and in line with the Data Protection Act, 2019.
- Clarifications: Questions on qualifications should be directed to TSC County Directors.
- Direct Recruitment from Headquarters: The TSC may conduct recruitment directly from Headquarters, despite the decentralized recruitment function under Section 20 of the TSC Act.
- Coordination by Regional Directors: TSC Regional Directors will oversee recruitment within their areas, ensuring consistency across regions.
The TSC’s structured approach ensures transparency and fairness in the recruitment process, with mechanisms in place for applicants to address concerns and verify qualifications.
