Application deadline from: 01.09.2025

Application deadline: 28.02.2026

Contact: mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Here you can apply for a temporary supply position in the nursery schools of Hafnarfjörður, as we are regularly looking for staff for a wide variety of supply roles. We can often accommodate requests for a specific working pattern, adjust hours to suit other jobs or studies, or offer part-time work. Please state in your application if you are looking for a specific working pattern or part-time work.

Temporary cover positions are not always advertised, and managers will then search the applicant pool. These are cover positions intended to last for no more than 12 consecutive months, for example due to holiday, sickness, maternity or study leave.

Applications here are only considered for temporary cover positions and will not be taken into account for vacancies that are advertised separately. We therefore encourage you to keep a close eye on all advertised vacancies on the City of Hafnarfjörður website and to apply specifically if a particular position interests you.

Your application for a supply teaching position is active for six months and will become inactive after this time. You can request to have your application deactivated before this time by sending an email to mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Applications for temporary cover positions are not responded to individually, but all applications are treated in confidence.

The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.

Application deadline from: 10.02.2026

Application deadline: 24.02.2026

Contact: Margret Heiða Magnúsdóttir

Hvaleyrarskóli is looking to hire a School and Leisure Assistant for a 50% position at the Holtasel after-school club.

This is a position that involves providing support and assistance to pupils at the Holtasel after-school club on all weekdays afternoons. After regular school hours, pupils in Years 1 to 4 can attend the Holtasel after-school club. Holtasel is based at the school. It offers a varied after-school programme until 16:30 every weekday, regardless of a child's ability, development or disability. A special emphasis is placed on being inclusive of all groups.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Working with students with specific difficulties 
• Assisting with general classroom work under the guidance of a teacher 
• Works at a youth club and on summer and play schemes 
• Welcomes students and assists them. 
• Carries out patrol and monitoring duties for the premises and equipment, and keeps corridors and toilets tidy throughout the day. 
• Assisting in the dining hall and with meal preparation. 
• Supervises and assists the children in play and work. 
• Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior. 

Educational and competency requirements:

• Experience of working with children is desirable. 
• Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement. 
• General computer skills 
• A great interest and ambition to work with children 
• Constructive in communication, flexibility and a high degree of collaboration. 
• Initiative and autonomy in work methods 
• Punctuality and conscientiousness 

A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.

Further information about the post is available from Margrét Heiða Magnúsdóttir, Manager of the Leisure Centre, on 664-5778 or via email. margretm@hvaleyrarskoli.is or Kristinn Guðlaugsson, Headteacher, on 664-5833 or via email kristinn@hvaleyrarskoli.is 

The application deadline is 24 February 2026.

A detailed CV must accompany the application.

The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Staff Association of Hafnarfjörður.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 10.02.2026

Application deadline: 24.02.2026

Contact: Inga Líndal Finnbogadóttir, Jónína Rósa Ragnarsdóttir

The nursery school Álfasteinn is looking to hire a full-time teacher from 1 March 2026.

Álfasteinn is a four-unit nursery school with 62 children, located on Holtinu where there is easy access to unspoilt nature. The nursery's policies and priorities are in the spirit of John Dewey, alongside a purposeful use of Caroline Pratt's unit blocks. Emphasis is placed on a varied learning environment, collaboration and ambitious professional practice. We work according to the SMT School Competencies, where the focus is on approaching children in a positive way and creating positive and constructive interactions. Our aim is to be an outstanding nursery school!

PlaygroundThe authorities of Hafnarfjörður have introduced better working hours, based on a 36-hour working week for all staff. Staff in the Association of Early Years Educators and the Association of Occupational Therapists have opted for an arrangement whereby their academic year is comparable to that of primary school teachers. These staff members therefore take reduced working hours around Christmas and New Year, during the winter break in primary schools, in the week before Easter, and with longer periods off in the summer.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Working with the upbringing and education of nursery school children
• Taking part in the planning of professional work
• Participating in parent collaboration in consultation with the Head of Year
• Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.

Educational and competency requirements:

• Teaching licence (attached)
• Experience in childcare and teaching is desirable.
• Good communication skills
• Initiative in work and professional ambition
• Independent and organised working methods
• Good knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.

Job benefits:

• Fitness grant
• 75% discount on nursery fees
• Priority for nursery school
• Library card
• Swimming map

If a qualified teacher cannot be found, consideration will be given to appointing a university graduate or an individual with experience of working with children, in accordance with Act No. 95/2019. We encourage interested applicants to apply.

ConditionIt is a requirement that the person has a clean criminal record.

Further information about the post is available from Inga Líndal, Nursery Manager., ingalindal@hafnarfjordur.is and Jónína Rósa Ragnarsdóttir, Deputy Head Teacher, joninarosa@hafnarfjordur.is 

A curriculum vitae and the teacher's licence must accompany the application.

The terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association.

Application deadline: 24 February 2026

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 04.02.2026

Application deadline: 18.02.2026

Contact: Inga Thóra Ásdísardóttir

Vesturkot Nursery School is looking to hire a full-time occupational therapist from 25 February 2026. or by arrangement.

Vesturkot Nursery School has four classes, located on Holtinu. where the unspoilt wilderness is close by. The nursery's policy is based on the learning community model, where the emphasis is on everyone being an active participant in shaping and developing the school's work. We therefore place great emphasis on teamwork. The nursery's motto is play, cooperation and respect. We work according to the SMT School Skills programme, which focuses on approaching children in a positive way, giving more attention to good behaviour, and creating positive and constructive interactions. We are a Health Promoting Workplace, a ChildSafe nursery with Childnet International, we work towards early intervention in children's speech and language development, and environmental education is part of our work. We believe that good collaboration, well-being and job satisfaction are essential for building a high-quality, professional nursery. Therefore, we place a strong emphasis on fostering such a working environment.

The nurseries of Hafnarfjörður have introduced improved working hours, based on a 36-hour working week for all staff. Staff in the Association of Early Years Educators and the Association of Occupational Therapists have opted for an arrangement whereby their academic year is comparable to that of primary school teachers. These staff members therefore take reduced working hours around Christmas and New Year, during the winter break in primary schools, in the week before Easter, and with longer periods off in the summer. 

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Providing guidance and support for a child with special needs
• Works as part of a team with teachers on tasks assigned by the Special Education Coordinator.
• Collaborating with parents, professionals and other advisers
• Work on creating an individual learning plan and follow it up.
• Other duties as described in the job description

Educational and competency requirements:

• Higher education in occupational therapy and a licence to practise (attached to the application)
• Experience in a similar role is an advantage.
• Experience of teamwork is desirable
• Good command of Icelandic is a requirement.
• Communication and teamwork skills 
• Initiative in work and professional ambition
• Independent and organised working methods

Job benefits:

• Fitness grant
• Travel grant
• 75% discount on nursery fees 
• Priority for nursery school
• Library card
• Swimming map

A clean criminal record is a condition.

Further information about the post is provided by Inga Þóra Ásdísardóttir, Head Teacher and Hulda Þórarinsdóttir, Deputy Head Teacher – vesturkot@hafnarfjordur.is

A CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.

Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and Association of Occupational Therapists of Iceland.

Application deadline: 18 February 2026.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 04.02.2026

Application deadline: 19.02.2026

Contact: Sverrir Jörstad Sverrisson

Hörðuvellir Nursery School is advertising for full-time nursery teachers.

We at Hörðuvellir are looking for a dynamic and experienced nursery teacher who wants to make every day an adventure for children!

If you love play, creativity and collaboration and want to work in a fantastic team where joy, respect and professionalism are a priority, then we want to hear from you. We offer a great working environment, opportunities for career development and support at work – and of course, coffee and laughter every day.

Be the hero our children are waiting for!

Kindergartens in Hafnarfjörður have introduced improved working hours based on a 36-hour working week for all staff. Staff in the Kindergarten Teachers' Association have opted for an arrangement whereby their academic year is comparable to that of primary school teachers. These employees therefore take their reduced working hours around Christmas and New Year, during the winter holidays in primary schools, in the week before Easter, and through extended time off in the summer.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Working with the upbringing and education of nursery school children
• Taking part in the planning of professional work
• Participating in parent collaboration in consultation with the Head of Year
• Other duties as described in the job description.

Educational and competency requirements:

• Teaching licence (attached)
• Experience in childcare or teaching young children is desirable.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Initiative in work and professional ambition
• Independent and organised working methods
• Good knowledge of Icelandic

Job benefits:

• Fitness grant
• 75% discount on nursery fees
• Priority for nursery school
• Library card
• Swimming map

If qualified teachers cannot be recruited, university graduates or individuals with experience of working with children may be considered for employment, in accordance with Act No. 95/2019. We encourage interested applicants to apply.

A clean criminal record is a condition.

Further information about the post is available from Sverrir Jörstad Sverrisson, Head of the Nursery School, at sverrirs@hafnarfjordur.is.  or by telephone on 555-0721

Application deadline: 19 February 2026

Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association (Félag leikskólakennara).

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 03.02.2026

Application deadline: 20.02.2026

Contact: hafsteinnv@hafnarfjordur.is

The Department of Environment and Planning is looking to hire a Master Carpenter for the City of Hafnarfjörður Service Centre. The Service Centre is responsible for the maintenance of the town's land and for various services and projects for the town, its institutions and residents. The Environment and Planning Department has around 50 full-time equivalent positions. This is a 100% position.  

Key responsibilities and duties:

• General operation of a joinery workshop, ensuring all equipment is in good working order and that safety is prioritised.
• Management, monitoring, maintenance and repair of timberwork in open areas such as fences, benches, footbridges, steps, platforms, play equipment, etc.
• Various new builds on open spaces, on open playgrounds, on institutional grounds and at the town's properties and institutions.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Housing Office premises in cooperation with its staff.
• Various consultations regarding maintenance and new construction, both on rural land and during projects at institutions.
• Conducts inspections and surveys of the town's properties with regard to maintenance and works, e.g. in relation to leaks and damp in buildings.
• Conducts price surveys and seeks quotations for materials from suppliers for various council projects.
• Other duties as described in the job description

Educational and competency requirements: 

• Master's degree in carpentry
• General and good experience in carpentry or experience relevant to the job.
• Good, general computer skills 
• Collaboration and communication skills
• Service-mindedness and positivity
• Initiative, independence and organisational skills
• Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement. 

Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the relevant trade union.

Further information about the jobs is available from Hafsteinn Viktorsson, Head of the Service Centre, by email at tölvupóst:hafsteinnv@hafnarfjordur.is.

The application deadline is 20th February.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 30.01.2026

Application deadline: 16.02.2026

Contact: fanney@hafnarfjordur.is

We are looking for a progressive Manager of Consultancy and Analysis Services.

The Office of the Directorate for Education and Public Health works proactively to create a comprehensive service that supports children, young people and their families. The emphasis is on integrated services and a multidisciplinary approach, where professionals work together for the well-being of children. A professional environment where collaboration, trust and a solution-focused approach are prioritised. Professional support and development for staff, including supervision, training and continuing professional development. A good working environment, where ambition, positive communication and transparency are the cornerstones. A strong network with schools, teams, parents and key partners both within and outside the local authority.

The M&L service covers all services for children in Hafnarfjörður and plays a key role in ensuring that children and young people receive early support, appropriate resources and professional follow-up. The Head of Department works to strengthen and develop services in line with the needs of the community and the policies of Hafnarfjörður on education and the well-being of children.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Leads and manages the advisory and analytical services of the Hafnarfjörður school service and has overall supervision of it.
• Articulates a vision, supports development and ensures a coordinated approach in line with integrated services for the well-being of children and young people.
• Day-to-day management, along with guidance and support in case handling.
• Has oversight of the department's operations, finances and personnel. Proposes the budget, approves accounts and ensures responsible management.
• Ensures professional case recording and follow-up in accordance with the council's procedures.
• Allocates cases, monitors overall waiting lists and has oversight of the assessment and case management process for children and young people.
• Takes the initiative in solution-focused development of services and innovation for the benefit of children's well-being.
• Other duties as described in the job description

Educational and competency requirements:

• B.A./B.S. in Psychology
• M.A./M.S. in Clinical Psychology or a Cand.psych. with a licence to practise as a psychologist
• Further education in management is an advantage.
• An additional diploma in child welfare is an advantage.
• Extensive experience in management and personnel management
• Experience of working with children and families
• Experience of teamwork
• Experience in public administration is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Initiative, independence and strong organisational skills
• Knowledge of laws and resources concerning children's affairs

Further information is provided by Fanney Dóróthe Halldórsdóttir, Director of the Directorate of Education and Public Health. fanney@hafnarfjordur.is  

The salary is in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Psychological Association.

The application deadline is 16 February 2026.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 30.01.2026

Application deadline: 15.02.2026

Contact: ingibjorgo@hafnarfjordur.is

Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire a capable member of staff for a rewarding role providing services in a home for people with disabilities. The work is based on the philosophy of supported living, with a focus on ensuring residents are as comfortable as possible.

An exciting and enjoyable role with a variety of tasks in a shift pattern. This is a 30/1 TP3T role, working one weekend in every two on day and evening shifts, with the possibility of increased hours over the summer.  

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Providing service users with support with activities of daily living
• Adhere to service plans and procedures
• Encourage residents to participate in the community and in leisure activities.
• Have fun at work and be a role model for others
• Doing the housework
• Communication with various service providers
• Other duties as described in the job description

Educational and competency requirements:

• Experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Interest in the affairs of disabled people
• Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
• Service-mindedness and positivity at work
• Interpersonal skills
• Good computer skills 
• Driving licence a condition  
• Access to a vehicle is a condition
• Independent working methods and flexibility in work
• Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace 

It is desirable to be 20 years of age, but a clean criminal record is a requirement.

The application should be accompanied by a detailed CV.  

Further information about the post is provided by Ingibjörg Ólafsdóttir, Head Occupational Therapist, at the email address ingibjorgo@hafnarfjordur.is or by telephone on 585-5765.

The salary is in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Staff Association of Hafnarfjörður.

The application deadline is 15 February 2026.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 29.01.2026

Application deadline: 20.02.2026

Contact: Bjarnveig Dagsdóttir

The School of Medicine is seeking to appoint a dynamic and energetic Assistant Director for a 100% post in the school's extracurricular activities.

The aim of the leisure centre is to give children and young people the opportunity to take part in creative and developmental social activities in a healthy environment on an equal basis.

The Assistant Head of Department participates in managing the daily operations of the youth club and after-school club, and ensures that educational and professional working practices are the standard in all the department's work.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Overseeing and being responsible for the activities of the leisure centre, alongside the department manager, with a focus on Years 1-4.
• Engages in preventative and educational work on various issues related to children and young people.
• Planning and implementation of projects and events
• Ensures that the flow of information to children, parents and partners is effective.
• Manages the division of work among staff and provides guidance on the execution of activities.
• Fosters good collaboration with various partners, such as parents, schools, social services, other youth centres and after-school clubs, and other institutions and organisations that work with children and young people.
• Working with students with specific difficulties
• Other tasks assigned to an employee by a superior and in accordance with their job description.

Educational and competency requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Leisure and Social Studies, a degree in Education and Educational Sciences, or another relevant degree.
• Experience and interest in working with children and young people
• Interest in children's issues and prevention.
• Knowledge is gained through group work.
• Experience of interdisciplinary collaboration
• It is desirable that the candidate has worked in a day-care centre or a youth club.
• Ability to organise, initiative and independence in work methods
• General computer skills
• A good command of Icelandic and English is a requirement.
• Communication and collaboration skills

Job benefits:

• Fitness grant
• 75% discount on leisure fees
• Priority at the after-school club
• Library card
• Swimming map

A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.

Further information about the job is provided by Bjarnveig Dagsdóttir, Manager of the Leisure Centre, via email. bjarnveig@laekjarskoli.is or Björgvin Sigurbjörnsson, Deputy Headteacher, via email bjorgvin@laekjarskoli.is 

Purchases and terms are in accordance with the collective agreements of the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and BHM.

The application deadline is 11 February 2026.

A detailed CV must accompany the application.

The Council is in office from 16 February 2026.

Attention is drawn to the City of Hafnarfjörður's policy to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and for its workplaces to reflect diversity.

Application deadline from: 26.01.2026

Application deadline: 16.02.2026

Contact: Margret Rebekka Valgardsdottir

Vidistaðaskóli is looking to hire a School and Leisure Assistant on a 25-50% contract for the 2025-2026 school year at the Hraunkot leisure centre.

This is a position that involves providing support and assistance to pupils at the after-school club on all weekdays afternoons, regardless of the children's ability, developmental level, or disability. After regular school finishes, pupils in Years 1 to 4 can attend the Hraunkot after-school club. A wide range of after-school activities are offered until 16:30 every weekday, regardless of a child's ability, developmental level or disability. A special emphasis is placed on being inclusive of all groups.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Assistance with professional work with students
• Works under guidance from the next senior manager.
• Fosters good discipline and positive communication
• Participates in the planning, preparation and delivery of a diverse range of leisure activities.
• Promoting the well-being of young people in partnership with parents and other professionals.
• To involve as many people as possible, regardless of ability or development, in a variety of activities and to take full part in the activities and events that are organised.
• Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.

Educational and competency requirements:

• Experience and interest in working with children an advantage
• Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
• Initiative and autonomy in work methods
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills
• Interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
• Punctuality and conscientiousness
• Good knowledge of Icelandic

A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.

Further information is available from Margrét Rebekka Valgarðsdóttir, Manager of the Víðistaðaskóli Leisure Centre, on 664-5876 or via email. margretr@vidistadaskoli.is
and Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir, headteacher of Víðistaðaskóli, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is. 

The application deadline is 16 February 2026.

The remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 12.01.2026

Application deadline: 31.05.2026

Contact: ernaar@hafnarfjordur.is

Here you can apply for a part-time position as a Personal Support Worker with the Department for Children and Families. This involves flexible working hours after the standard working day has finished. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 

The primary aim of individual support is to provide personal support and assistance, which is primarily intended to break social isolation and empower the individual towards self-reliance and autonomy.

Competency requirements:

1. Communication and collaboration skills

2. Initiative and autonomy in work methods

3. Service and reliability

4. Ability to express oneself orally and in writing.

5. Ability for individualised solutions

6. Ability to work under pressure and adaptability

7. Good general computer skills

8. Good command of Icelandic and English 

A standard of conduct is required, such as having a good reputation and ensuring that behaviour and actions, both at and outside work, are consistent with the role.

This is an application pool, which is managed on a 'just-in-time' basis. Applications are therefore not responded to individually, unless a recruitment is made.

Information provided by Erna Aradóttir ernaar@hafnarfjordur.is or by telephone on 585-5500. 

Applications are valid for 6 months and are stored in accordance with the National Archives of Iceland Act.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.

Application deadline from: 01.09.2025

Application deadline: 28.02.2026

Contact: mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Here you can apply for temporary cover roles related to disability matters, but we are regularly looking for staff for a wide variety of cover positions.

It is often possible to accommodate requests for a specific working pattern, adjust working hours to suit another job or studies, or offer part-time work. Please state in your application if you are looking for a specific working pattern or part-time work.

Temporary cover positions are not always advertised, and managers will then search the applicant pool. These are cover positions intended to last for no more than 12 consecutive months, for example due to holiday, sickness, maternity or study leave.

Applications here are only considered for temporary cover positions and will not be taken into account for vacancies that are advertised separately. We therefore encourage you to keep a close eye on all advertised vacancies on the City of Hafnarfjörður website and to apply specifically if a particular position interests you.

Your application for a supply teaching position is active for six months and will become inactive after this time. You can request to have your application deactivated before this time by sending an email to mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Applications for temporary cover positions are not responded to individually, but all applications are treated in confidence.

The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.

Application deadline from: 01.09.2025

Application deadline: 28.02.2026

Contact: mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Here you can apply for a temporary cover position with the City of Hafnarfjörður. This refers to cover positions other than those in nurseries, primary schools, music schools, and in the field of disability services. Those positions are advertised separately on the recruitment page.

We are regularly looking for staff for a variety of temporary cover roles. Temporary cover positions are not always advertised, and in these cases, managers or the HR department search the applicant pool. These are cover roles not intended to last for more than 12 consecutive months, for example, due to holiday, sickness, maternity or study leave.

Applications here are only considered for temporary cover positions and will not be taken into account for vacancies that are advertised separately. We therefore encourage you to keep a close eye on all advertised vacancies on the City of Hafnarfjörður website and to apply specifically if a particular position interests you.

Your application for a supply teaching position is active for six months and will become inactive after this time. You can request to have your application deactivated before this time by sending an email to mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Applications for temporary cover positions are not responded to individually, but all applications are treated in confidence.

The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.

Application deadline from: 01.09.2025

Application deadline: 28.02.2026

Contact: mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Here you can apply for temporary supply teaching work in primary or music schools, as we are regularly looking for staff for a wide variety of supply teaching roles.

It is often possible to accommodate requests for a specific working pattern, adjust working hours e.g. to fit around another job or studies, or offer part-time work. Please state in your application if you are looking for a specific working pattern or part-time work. Temporary cover roles are not always advertised, and in these cases, managers or the HR department will search the applicant pool.

These are temporary positions intended to last for no more than 12 consecutive months, for example due to holiday, sickness, maternity or study leave.

Applications here are only considered for temporary cover positions and will not be taken into account for vacancies that are advertised separately. We therefore encourage you to keep a close eye on all advertised vacancies on the City of Hafnarfjörður website and to apply specifically if a particular position interests you.

Your application for a supply teaching position is active for six months and will become inactive after this time. You can request to have your application deactivated before this time by sending an email to mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is

Applications for temporary cover positions are not responded to individually, but all applications are treated in confidence.

The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.

Application deadline from: 12.02.2026

Application deadline: 24.02.2026

Contact: Arnny Steindóra Steindórsdóttir

Hraunvallar Nursery School is advertising for the post of Deputy Head Teacher.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and collaboration skills, a desire to develop nursery practice, who is organised and driven by improvement, and has the ambition to achieve success in the role. It is important that the person is a professional leader, solution-oriented and positive. Must have the ambition to build a positive school ethos and a creative nursery practice that is in constant development in collaboration with all parties within the school community. This is a 100% post, while the management role of Deputy Head Teacher is 50%. 

Hraunvallar Nursery School is located in Völlunum, Hafnarfjörður, in the same building as Hraunvalla School, which promotes an integrated education for children from their first steps in nursery school until the age of sixteen. The school's values, which are reflected in all its work, are friendship, cooperation and responsibility. At Hraunvallar Nursery School, the philosophy of John Dewey is followed, focusing on the active participation of the child in their learning, with an emphasis on play and social engagement. The school uses the SMT (School-wide Positive Behaviour) approach, where desirable behaviour is highlighted with targeted praise and rewards. Clear instructions are a guiding principle, and good communication is actively promoted.

Hafnarfjörður has a population of around 30,000. The municipality runs 17 nurseries and has service contracts with two more. The Borough of Hafnarfjörður is a health-promoting workplace and supports the health and well-being of its staff in a variety of ways.

The aim of the Education and Public Health Department is to be a professional and progressive force in education, youth and sports affairs, to provide children and families in the town with a comprehensive service, and to promote continuity in all its work, with the well-being of residents as its guiding principle.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Works towards and is responsible for, together with the nursery manager, ensuring that the nursery school's work is carried out in accordance with the National Curriculum for Early Years and the nursery's own curriculum, that plans for this are made, and that regular evaluation takes place.
• Assistant to the head teacher and their deputy.
• Manages the day-to-day organisation of the school's operations, together with the nursery manager.
• Guides the professional work of each department and provides early support to students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Manages communication and collaboration with parents in consultation with the nursery manager.
• Attends parents' meetings, which are held by the nursery school
• Other tasks as per the job description

Educational and competency requirements:

• Teacher's licence
• Experience of working in a nursery and nursery teaching is a requirement.
• Postgraduate education in management or education and/or pedagogy is an advantage.
• Management experience is an advantage.
• Initiative in work and professional ambition
• Independent and organised working methods
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Good knowledge of Icelandic
• Good computer skills
• A clean criminal record is a condition.

A detailed CV, covering letter and licence to practise must accompany the application. The application deadline is 24 February 2026.

Further information is provided by Árný Steindóra Steindórsdóttir, Head of Early Childhood Education., arnyst@hafnarfjordur.is

Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Union.

Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.