Principal – Taylor’s International School Kuala Lumpur

For January 2027

Taylor’s International School Kuala Lumpur (TISKL) is part of Taylor’s Schools (https://www.taylorsschools.com/), one of Malaysia’s largest private K–12 education groups, with schools in Malaysia and Singapore. For over 20 years, Taylor’s Schools has nurtured students to become academically strong, globally aware, and prepared to contribute as leaders in the global community.

TISKL offers the English National Curriculum, incorporating the IPC and IGCSE, and adopts a teaching approach which combines the best of East and West, delivering an international curriculum grounded in strong Asian values and character development.

The school occupies a purpose-built campus near the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Originally built in 1991 but extensively refurbished over the years, the school has a capacity of 1900 students and currently enrols 1500 students from nursery to year 11. The school has embarked on an Evolution Project which is expected to complete at the end of 2027 to enhance its facilities. These include a refresh of the main courtyard area and sports halls, construction of new sports facilities with an Astroturf football pitch, 50m swimming pool and basketball courts.  This new construction will also include a basement carpark, and the relocation of the school cafeteria.  The school student population is now almost an equal mix of Malaysian nationals and Asian expatriates.

TISKL are seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal to lead TISKL into its next phase of growth and deliver an outstanding international education. The successful candidate will oversee the school’s strategic direction, educational standards, and financial sustainability, while supporting their vision of developing confident, future ready young people.

Further details about the role is available in the candidate information. For an initial, confidential conversation about the role, please contact Hannah Green (hannahgreen@rsacademics.com) (including a copy of your CV/resumé if you have not recently been in contact with RSAcademics).

The closing date for applications is Friday 24th July 2026 at 10:00 (UK)/17:00 (Malaysia)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and preliminary interviews may take place before the closing date. Taylor’s International School and RSAcademics reserve the right to make an appointment ahead of the timeline set out here. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

To apply, candidates should complete an application form electronically and submit it to RSAcademics, together with a letter of application, data sharing consent form and CV/résumé. Your covering letter, preferably of no more than two pages, should be addressed to Chris Edwards, Senior Advisor (International) at RSAcademics. The letter should explain your reasons for applying and the relevance of your experience.  Please make sure your letter is tailored to this role; an application letter that is largely generic is discouraged and may lead to your application not being considered. Please click the Apply Now link on the right side of this page to complete your application. 

Should you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Amy Murphy, Operations Administrator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Amy can also be reached by calling +44 (0) 204 6269 791.

Taylor’s International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be prepared to undergo stringent child protection screening including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS (or equivalent) is required. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.