Music Teacher – Skarðshlíðarskóli
Application deadline
10.04.2026
Application deadline from: 27.03.2026
Application deadline: 10.04.2026
Contact: Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir
Skarðshlíðarskóli is seeking a dynamic and energetic music teacher. to join us in our ambitious school work in a 70% post. The appointment is from 1 August 2026.
At Skarðshlíðarskóli, we have enthusiastic and fun-loving pupils, a dedicated staff, and a strong parent body. We emphasise a good working atmosphere, team teaching, varied teaching methods, SMT school skills, and ensuring all pupils achieve good results in play and work. Mílan is an integral part of the school's work, which involves pupils and staff going outside daily to walk, jog or run for 15 minutes.
The school's values are cooperation, friendship and perseverance.
The implementation of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) began in the autumn of 2020. UDL provides students with the opportunity to learn in different ways and to demonstrate their skills in different ways. Students are active and have an influence on their own learning.
Skarðshlíðarskóli is a comprehensive school for pupils in Years 1 to 10. The school currently has around 530 pupils. The school building is impressive and the school is well-equipped, with a sports hall, a branch of the Hafnarfjörður Music School, and a four-department nursery school in a connected building. This autumn, a major collaborative project will begin between the nursery, primary and music schools.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Music education in primary school
- Music education in the nursery school in the same building
- Preschool in the same building
- Manage the collaborative projects of the nursery, primary and music school.
- Participate in the development of a new school community in collaboration with the management.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (a licence must accompany the application)
- A solid knowledge of pedagogy in music education
- Music education that is useful in the workplace
- Proficiency in a variety of teaching methods, curriculum adaptation and integration.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good knowledge of Icelandic, to a minimum of C1 in accordance with ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Further information is available from Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, Headteacher, on 6645871 and Margrét Lilja Pálsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, on 6645861.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 10. apríl. 2026
A detailed CV must accompany the application.
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.
Kennarar – Leikskólinn Norðurberg
Application deadline
06.04.2026
Application deadline from: 24.03.2026
Application deadline: 06.04.2026
Contact: Anna Sigurborg Harðardóttir
Leikskólinn Norðurberg óskar eftir að ráða kennara i 100% stöðu.
Leikskólinn Norðurberg er 6 deilda leikskóli í Norðurbæ Hafnarfjarðar. Þar dvelja að meðaltali 101 börn og um 34 starfsmenn. Áherslur leikskólans eru: umhverfismennt og útikennsla (Grænfána leikskóli), jákvæð samskipti (Að næra hjartað/PMT), hollusta og hreyfing/slökun, vináttuleikskóli Barnaheilla og snemmtæk íhlutun í málþroska ungra barna. Á Norðurbergi er starfsfólk með mikinn metnað fyrir starfi sínu og starfsánægja og starfsandi er góður. Leitað er eftir áhugasömum einstaklingum sem hafa metnað og áhuga fyrir starfinu.
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:
- 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)
- A sincere interest in the success of all children
- Experience in childcare or teaching young children is desirable.
- Communication and teamwork skills
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum og faglegur metnaður
- Mjög góð íslenskukunnátta, að lágmarki C1 samkvæmt ETM Sjálfsmatsrammi (coe.int)
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
Fáist ekki starfsmaður með leyfisbréf til kennslu, kemur til greina að ráða háskólamenntaðan einstakling eða einstakling með reynslu af starfi með börnum, sbr. lög nr. 95/2019. Við hvetjum alla áhugasama til að sækja um.
A clean criminal record is a condition.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veitir Anna Borg Harðardóttir leikskólastjóri, annaborg@hafnarfjordur.is eða í síma 664-5851 og Gunnhildur Grímsdóttir aðstoðarleikskólastjóri, gunnhildur.gr@hafnarfjordur.is í síma 555-3484.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association (Félag leikskólakennara).
Umsóknarfrestur er til og 6. apríl 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
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.
Umsjónarkennari í miðdeild – Setbergsskóli
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 24.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: maria@setbergsskoli.is
Umsjónarkennari í miðdeild – Setbergsskóli
Ráðið er í starfið frá 1. ágúst 2026.
Setbergsskóli var stofnaður árið 1989 og eru nemendur um 430 talsins auk þess sem við skólann er starfrækt sérdeild fyrir börn með einhverfu. Skólinn er staðsettur í fallegu umhverfi sem býður upp á mikla möguleika til útiveru.
Góður starfsandi og jákvæð samskipti einkenna starfsmannahópinn og er vellíðan nemenda og starfsfólks ávallt höfð að leiðarljósi. Við skólann er unnið metnaðarfullt starf með sérstakri áherslu á teymiskennslu, leiðsagnarnám og vaxandi hugarfar, fjölbreytt námsumhverfi, læsi, sköpun, lýðræði og uppbyggjandi endurgjöf.
Einkunnarorð skólans eru virðing, víðsýni og vellíðan og grundvallast starf skólans á þeim gildum. Skólinn vinnur samkvæmt hugmyndafræði SMT um jákvæða skólafærni og samkvæmt hugmyndafræði Olweusar gegn einelti og andfélagslegri hegðun. Nánari upplýsingar um skólann og það öfluga starf sem þar er unnið er að finna á heimasíðu skólans.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast almenna kennslu og umsjón í miðdeild.
- Vinna að þróun skólastarfs í samstarfi við stjórnendur og samstarfsfólk.
- Stuðla að velferð og öryggi nemenda í samstarfi við foreldra og fagaðila.
- Vinna samkvæmt stefnu og gildum skólans.
- Samstarf við starfsfólk sérdeildar vegna nemenda með einhverfu.
- Önnur verkefni samkvæmt starfslýsingu og sem yfirmaður felur starfsmanni.
Menntunar – og hæfniskröfur:
- Leyfisbréf til kennslu (leyfisbréf skal fylgja umsókn).
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufærði námsgreina í miðdeild.
- Áhugi á að starfa með börnum og ungmennum.
- Positivity and a will to succeed in work.
- Lipurð í samskiptum, sveigjanleiki og samstarfshæfni.
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum.
- Punctuality and conscientiousness.
- Mjög góð íslenskukunnátta.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veitir María Pálmadóttir, skólastjóri, í síma 5651011 eða í gegnum netfangið maria@setbergsskoli.is
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.setbergsskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 7. apríl 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' 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.
Umsjónarkennari á yngsta stigi – Setbergsskóli
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 24.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: maria@setbergsskoli.is
Setbergsskóli óskar eftir að ráða umsjónarkennara á yngsta stig
Ráðið er í starfið frá 1. ágúst 2026.
Setbergsskóli var stofnaður árið 1989 og eru nemendur um 430 talsins auk þess sem við skólann er starfrækt sérdeild fyrir börn með einhverfu. Skólinn er staðsettur í fallegu umhverfi sem býður upp á mikla möguleika til útiveru.
Góður starfsandi og jákvæð samskipti einkenna starfsmannahópinn og er vellíðan nemenda og starfsfólks ávallt höfð að leiðarljósi. Við skólann er unnið metnaðarfullt starf með sérstakri áherslu á teymiskennslu, leiðsagnarnám og vaxandi hugarfar, fjölbreytt námsumhverfi, læsi, sköpun, lýðræði og uppbyggjandi endurgjöf.
Einkunnarorð skólans eru virðing, víðsýni og vellíðan og grundvallast starf skólans á þeim gildum. Skólinn vinnur samkvæmt hugmyndafræði SMT um jákvæða skólafærni og samkvæmt hugmyndafræði Olweusar gegn einelti og andfélagslegri hegðun. Nánari upplýsingar um skólann og það öfluga starf sem þar er unnið er að finna á heimasíðu skólans.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast almenna kennslu og umsjón á yngsta stigi.
- Vinna að þróun skólastarfs í samstarfi við stjórnendur og samstarfsfólk.
- Stuðla að velferð og öryggi nemenda í samstarfi við foreldra og fagaðila.
- Vinna samkvæmt stefnu og gildum skólans.
- Samstarf við starfsfólk sérdeildar vegna nemenda með einhverfu.
- Önnur verkefni samkvæmt starfslýsingu og sem yfirmaður felur starfsmanni.
Menntunar – og hæfniskröfur:
- Leyfisbréf til kennslu (leyfisbréf skal fylgja umsókn).
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufærði námsgreina á yngsta stigi.
- Áhugi á að starfa með börnum og ungmennum.
- Positivity and a will to succeed in work.
- Lipurð í samskiptum, sveigjanleiki og samstarfshæfni.
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum.
- Punctuality and conscientiousness.
- Mjög góð íslenskukunnátta.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veitir María Pálmadóttir, skólastjóri, í síma 5651011 eða í gegnum netfangið maria@setbergsskoli.is
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.setbergsskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 7. apríl 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' 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.
Lower School Form Tutor for the next academic year – Skarðshlíðarskóli
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 23.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir
Skarðshlíðarskóli is seeking enthusiastic and dynamic primary school teachers to take part in an ambitious school programme.
The school's values are cooperation, friendship and perseverance.
At Skarðshlíðarskóli, we have enthusiastic and fun-loving pupils, a dedicated staff, and a strong parent body. We emphasise a good working atmosphere, team teaching, varied teaching methods, SMT school skills, and ensuring all pupils achieve good results in play and work. Mílan is an integral part of the school's work, which involves pupils and staff going outside daily to walk, jog or run for 15 minutes.
The implementation of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) began in the autumn of 2020. UDL provides students with the opportunity to learn in different ways and to demonstrate their skills in different ways. Students are active and have an influence on their own learning.
Skarðshlíðarskóli is a comprehensive school for pupils in years 1 to 10. This winter, there are around 525 pupils at the school. The school building is impressive and the school is well-equipped, with a sports hall, a branch of the Hafnarfjörður Music School, and a four-department nursery school in an adjoining building.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Responsible for general teaching and supervision in the junior department.
- Participate in the ongoing development and shaping of the school's work.
- Promote the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Working in accordance with the school's policy
- Working to create a good atmosphere in the school and ensuring the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (a licence must accompany the application)
- A solid knowledge of reading instruction and subject pedagogy in the early years.
- Proficiency in a variety of teaching methods, curriculum adaptation and integration.
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, to a minimum of C1 in accordance with ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
The Council is in office from 1 August 2026.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
For further information, please contact Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, Headteacher, on 6645871 or Margrét Lilja Pálsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, on 6645861.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 7. apríl. 2026
A detailed CV must accompany the application.
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.
Summer staff at a service centre for disabled people – Drekavellir
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 23.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Berglind Brynjarsdóttir
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire dynamic staff for a rewarding role at a home for people with disabilities, located in Völlunum. The work is based on the Servant-Leadership philosophy.
Spennandi og skemmtilegt starf, með fjölbreyttum verkefnum í vaktavinnu. Viðkomandi þarf að geta unnið morgun, kvöld, nætur og helgarvaktir. Við erum að leita að starfsfólki í tímabundið starf í sumar, með möguleika á fastráðningu í haust. Við leitum eftir starfsfólki sem getur hafið störf í byrjun júní. Starfshlutfall er 80 – 100 % starf í vaktavinnu.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing residents with support with activities of daily living
- Have fun at work, be a role model for others and show initiative.
- Adhere to service plans and procedures
- Encourage residents to participate in the community and in leisure activities.
- General household chores
- Communication with various service providers
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Competency requirements:
- Experience in similar roles is desirable.
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and conscientiousness
- Good computer skills
- The job requires good physical fitness.
- Driving licence a condition
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
The application should be accompanied by a detailed CV.
Further information about the position: Berglind Brynjarsdóttir, Director, telephone: 544-2360, email: berglindbr@hafnarfjordur.is eða Gunnar Óli Gústafsson deildarstjóri, netfang: gunnarg@hafnarfjordur.is.
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 7.apríl 2026.
In accordance with the equality policy of Hafnarfjörður, both men and women are encouraged to apply for the post.
Þroskaþjálfi – Skarðshlíðarskóli
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 23.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir
Við auglýsum eftir drífandi og kraftmiklum þroskaþjálfa til að taka þátt í metnaðarfullu skólastarfi með okkur.
Skarðshlíðarskóli óskar eftir drífandi og kraftmiklum sérkennara til að taka þátt í metnaðarfullu skólastarfi. Gildi skólans eru samvinna, vinátta og þrautseigja.
At Skarðshlíðarskóli, we have enthusiastic and fun-loving pupils, a dedicated staff, and a strong parent body. We emphasise a good working atmosphere, team teaching, varied teaching methods, SMT school skills, and ensuring all pupils achieve good results in play and work. Mílan is an integral part of the school's work, which involves pupils and staff going outside daily to walk, jog or run for 15 minutes.
The implementation of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) began in the autumn of 2020. UDL provides students with the opportunity to learn in different ways and to demonstrate their skills in different ways. Students are active and have an influence on their own learning.
Skarðshlíðarskóli er heildstæður grunnskóli með nemendur í 1. til 10.bekk. Í vetur eru um 530 nemendur í skólanum. Skólahúsnæðið er glæsilegt og er skólinn vel tækjum búinn, með íþróttahús, útibú frá Tónlistarskóla Hafnarfjarðar og fjögurra deilda leikskóli í samtengdu skólahúsnæði.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Að veita nemendum með sérþarfir þjálfun, leiðsögn og stuðning
- Vinna með félagsfærni og aðlaga námefni og námsaðstæður
- Vinna að gerð sjónræns skipulags fyrir nemendur
- Vinna að gerð einstaklingsnámskrám í samstarfi við kennara og deildarstjóra
- Promote the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Working in accordance with the school's policy
- Working to create a good atmosphere in the school and ensuring the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Háskólamenntun á sviði þroskaþjálfunar og starfsleyfi sem slíkur
- Þekking á skipulagðri kennslu (TEACCH)
- Þekking á SMT æskileg
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Mjög góða íslenskukunnátta, to a minimum of C1 in accordance with ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
Skilyrði við ráðningu er að viðkomandi hafi hreint sakavottorð
Nánari upplýsingar veita Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, skólastjóri, í síma 6645871 eða Margét Lilja Pálsdóttir, aðstoðarskólastjóri, í síma 6645861.
Umsóknarfrestur er til 7. apríl 2026.
Ráðið er í stöðuna frá 1. ágúst 2026.
A detailed CV must accompany the application.
Launakjör eru samkvæmt kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga og Þroskaþjálfafélags Íslands.
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.
Middle School Form Tutor – Öldutúnsskóli
Application deadline
04.04.2026
Application deadline from: 21.03.2026
Application deadline: 04.04.2026
Contact: Margret Sverrisdóttir, Áslaug Hreiðarsdóttir
Öldutúnsskóli is looking for a form tutor for the middle years.
The Council is in office from 1 August 2026.
Öldutúnsskóli has around 590 pupils in Years 1 to 10.
At Öldutúnsskóli, emphasis is placed on a creative and rewarding learning environment where all parties strive to make learning both interesting and enjoyable. We emphasise a good working atmosphere and a variety of teaching methods. Strong emphasis is placed on teamwork and team teaching.
The school's motto is Respect, Engagement and Well-being, and the school's work is based on these values. The school works according to the SMT philosophy of positive school behaviour and the Olweus philosophy against bullying and antisocial behaviour. The school also places a strong emphasis on environmental issues.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Responsible for general teaching and supervision at secondary school level.
- Participate in the development and shaping of school activities.
- Promote the welfare of pupils in partnership with parents and other school professionals.
- Working on the development of school operations in consultation with management and colleagues.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Working to create a good atmosphere in the school and ensuring the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (a licence must accompany the application)
- Experience of teaching in a primary school is desirable.
- A solid knowledge of subject pedagogy at secondary school level is desirable.
- Interest and/or experience in pastoral care
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic. The proficiency level is based on the C1 criteria of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The Council is in office from 1 August 2026.
A clean criminal record is a condition.
Further information is available from Margrét Sverrisdóttir, Headteacher, on 664-5894., margret.sverrisdottir@oldutunsskoli.is and Áslaug Hreiðarsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher; aslaughr@oldutunsskoli.is.
Further information about the school can be found on the website http://www.oldutunsskoli.is
The application deadline is 4 April 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' 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.
Middle School Form Tutor for the next academic year – Skarðshlíðarskóli
Application deadline
03.04.2026
Application deadline from: 20.03.2026
Application deadline: 03.04.2026
Contact: Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir
Skarðshlíðarskóli is seeking enthusiastic and dynamic teachers for the middle school to join its ambitious school community. The position is to commence on 1 August 2026.
The school's values are collaboration, friendship and perseverance. Skarðshlíðarskóli has enthusiastic and fun pupils, a dedicated staff and a strong parent body. We emphasise a good working atmosphere, team teaching, varied teaching methods, SMT school skills, and ensuring all pupils achieve good results in play and work. Mílan is an integral part of the school's work, which involves pupils and staff going outside daily to walk, jog or run for 15 minutes.
The implementation of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) began in the autumn of 2020. UDL provides students with the opportunity to learn in different ways and to demonstrate their skills in different ways. Students are active and have an influence on their own learning.
Skarðshlíðarskóli is a comprehensive school for pupils in years 1 to 10. This winter, there are around 525 pupils at the school. The school building is impressive and the school is well-equipped, with a sports hall, a branch of the Hafnarfjörður Music School, and a four-department nursery school in an adjoining building.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Responsible for general teaching and supervision in the middle school.
- Participate in the development and shaping of school activities.
- Promote the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Working in accordance with the school's policy
- Working to create a good atmosphere in the school and ensuring the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (a licence must accompany the application)
- A solid understanding of subject pedagogy for the middle years and reading instruction.
- Proficiency in a variety of teaching methods, curriculum adaptation and integration.
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, to a minimum of C1 in accordance with ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
The appointment is from 1 August 2026.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
For further information, please contact Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, Headteacher, on 6645871 or Margrét Lilja Pálsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, on 6645861.
The application deadline has been extended and is until 3 April 2026.
A detailed CV must accompany the application.
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.
Special Needs Teacher – Hraunvallar School
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 20.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Lars J. Imsland
Hraunvallaskóli is advertising for a special needs teacher to provide special needs tuition for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The school is unique in that both a nursery and a primary school are run within its walls. It could be said that pupils begin their school journey at eighteen months old at Hraunvallar School and complete it at the age of sixteen. Hraunvallar School operates according to the philosophy of the open school, and the building was designed with this in mind. Teaching is geared towards meeting the diverse needs of individuals, who learn to organise their own learning and assess their own progress. The curriculum is structured around group work, thematic learning, individual work, problem-solving, critical thinking, and students' ability to acquire knowledge and use the latest information and communication technology to do so. Teachers work together in teams during lessons and in the planning and preparation of their teaching. Pupils in the same year group are in common tutor groups with a shared form tutor in their home areas. The values of Hraunvallar School are Friendship – Cooperation – Responsibility.
A special needs teacher is part of the school's special needs team and works in close collaboration with a child's class teacher to support their learning.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Provides special tuition at the school.
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promoting the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy on SMT school skills, which is designed to create a good atmosphere in schools and ensure the safety and welfare of pupils and staff.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Experience of teaching in a primary school is desirable.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic. The proficiency benchmark C1 is taken as a reference. criteria of the European Language Portfolio.
Further information about the post is provided by Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is and Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is, on telephone 590 2800
The application deadline is 7 April 2026. This is a 50-100% position.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' 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.
Key Stage 3 Form Tutor – Hraunvallaskóli
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 20.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Lars J. Imsland
Hraunvallaskóli is seeking a teacher to provide pastoral and subject-specific teaching for pupils in the lower secondary school for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position is full-time (100%) and the successful candidate is expected to start on 1 August 2026.
Hraunvallar School is unique in that both a nursery and a primary school are run within its walls. The school operates according to the philosophy of the open school, and the building was designed with this in mind. The curriculum places an emphasis on a structure based on group work, thematic learning, individual work, problem-solving, critical thinking, and students' ability to acquire knowledge and utilise the latest information and communication technology to do so. Teachers work together in teams during lessons and in the planning and preparation of teaching. Pupils in the same year group are in common tutor groups with a shared form tutor in their home areas.
The values of Hraunvallaskóli are friendship, cooperation and responsibility.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Responsible for teaching specialist subjects with an emphasis on academic subjects (Icelandic, English, Mathematics, Science, etc.) and for the supervision of pupils at the junior secondary school stage, in consultation with fellow teachers, school management and parents.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and the school's professional staff.
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Works on school-wide skills designed to create a good atmosphere in schools and ensure the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- A clear commitment to the school's policy and priorities
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Experience of teaching in a primary school is desirable.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic. The proficiency benchmark C1 is taken as a reference. criteria of the European Language Portfolio.
Further information about the post is provided by Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is and Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is, on telephone 590 2800
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association.
The application deadline is 7 April 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.
Félagsráðgjafi – Barnavernd
Application deadline
14.04.2026
Application deadline from: 24.03.2026
Application deadline: 14.04.2026
Contact: Kolbrún Þorkelsdóttir
Fjölskyldu- og barnamálasvið Hafnarfjarðar óskar eftir að ráða félagsráðgjafa til starfa innan barnaverndar.
Um er að ræða 100% stöðugildi. Æskilegt er að viðkomandi geti hafið störf sem fyrst.
Félagsráðgjafi í barnavernd vinnur að verkefnum sem krefjast sérfræðiþekkingar á meðferð barnaverndarmála og vinnu í þverfaglegum teymum.
Hafnarfjarðarbær leggur áherslu á metnaðarfullt og faglegt starf í þágu bæjarbúa.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Móttaka barnaverndartilkynninga og vinnsla barnaverndarmála í samræmi við barnaverndarlög
- Samskipti og samvinna við börn og foreldra
- Þverfagleg teymisvinna við vinnslu barnaverndarmála og mála sem unnin eru samkvæmt lögum um samþætta þjónustu í þágu farsældar barna
- Samskipti og ráðgjöf við helstu stofnanir sem að málefnum barna og fjölskyldna koma
- Þátttaka í stefnumótun, mótun verkferla, starfsáætlana og endurskoðun á reglum í málaflokknum
- Bakvaktir
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Meistaragráða MA/MS í félagsráðgjöf
- Reynsla af störfum í barnavernd og/eða félagsþjónustu
- Reynsla af samþættri þjónustu í þágu farsældar barna er kostur
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Frumkvæði, sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum og skipulagshæfni
- Góð íslensku- og enskukunnátta bæði í ræðu og riti
- Ability to work under pressure
Nánari upplýsingar veitir Kolbrún Þorkelsdóttir, deildarstjóri barnaverndar Hafnarfjarðar, kolbrunt@hafnarfjordur.is
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Launakjör eru samkvæmt kjarasamningum Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga við BHM.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 14. apríl nk.
Ferilskrá, kynningarbréf og starfsréttindi fylgi umsókn.
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.
Teachers – Hörðuvellir Nursery School
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
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
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
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
Umsóknarfrestur til og með 8. apríl 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.
Kennari í hönnun og smíði – Víðistaðaskóli
Application deadline
09.04.2026
Application deadline from: 26.03.2026
Application deadline: 09.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir
Við í Víðistaðaskóla leitum að skapandi, hugmyndaríkum og drífandi kennara í hönnun og smíði, sem bætist í góðan hóp annarra list og verkgreinakennara sem starfa við skólann. Skólinn er vel tækjum búinn og hefur yfir góðri aðstöðu að ráða.
Í Víðistaðaskóla eru rúmlega 500 nemendur og um 100 starfsmenn. Við leggjum áherslu á fjölbreytileikann, líðan nemenda, teymisvinnu/kennslu og fjölbreytta kennsluhætti. Gildi skólans eru ábyrgð, virðing og vinátta. Í skólanum er unnið eftir SMT skólafærni þar sem lögð er áhersla á að styrkja og efla jákvæð samskipti milli nemenda sem annarra í skólasamfélaginu. Við erum heilsueflandi grunnskóli sem hugsar um umhverfi sitt í anda Græn fánans.
Í Víðistaðaskóla er góður starfsandi og samheldni meðal þeirra sem í skólanum starfa.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast kennslu í nýsköpun, list- og verkgreinum, hönnun og smíði á öllum stigum
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufræði námsgreina
- Áhugi á að starfa með börnum og ungmennum.
- Lipurð í samskiptum, sveigjanleiki og samstarfshæfni.
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum.
- Jákvæðni og áhugi á að starfa í skapandi og metnaðarfullu umhverfi.
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills
Starfið er 100% og ráðið er frá og með 1. ágúst 2026.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veita Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir skólastjóri, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is and Valgerður Júlíusdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, valaj@vidistadaskoli.is.
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.vidistadaskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er frá 26. mars til og með 9. apríl 2026.
Greinargóð ferilskrá og leyfisbréf fylgi umsókn. Launakjör eru samkvæmt kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga og KÍ.
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.
Ráðning þroskaþjálfa eða annars háskólamenntaðs sérfræðings til starfa á heimili fatlaðs fólks – Erluás
Application deadline
10.04.2026
Application deadline from: 26.03.2026
Application deadline: 10.04.2026
Contact: Hrund Brynjólfsdóttir
Ráðning þroskaþjálfa eða annars háskólamenntaðs sérfræðings til starfa á heimili fatlaðs fólks – Erluás
Hafnarfjarðarbær óskar eftir að ráða þroskaþjálfa eða annan háskólamenntaðan sérfræðing til starfa á heimili fyrir fatlað fólk, staðsett í Áslandi. Gott væri ef viðkomandi gæti hafið störf sem fyrst.
Starfshlutfall er 80-100% og er unnið í vaktavinnu, viðkomandi þarf að geta unnið á morgun, kvöld, nætur – og helgarvöktum. Unnið er eftir hugmyndafræði Servant leadership.
Main verkefni og ábyrgð:
- Framfylgir hlutverki og markmiðum starfstöðvar
- Sinnir faglegum verkefnum starfsstöðvarinnar undir stjórn forstöðumanns
- Tekur þátt í fræðslu og faglegum stuðningi við dagleg störf starfsmanna
- Stuðla að virkni, velferð og vellíðan þjónustunotenda
- Veitir fötluðu fólki einstaklingsmiðaðan persónulegan stuðning í daglegu lífi
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Háskólamenntun á sviði þroskaþjálfafræða og starfsleyfi sem þroskaþjálfi eða önnur háskólamenntun sem nýtist í starfi.
- Reynsla af sambærilegu starfi með fötluðu fólki æskileg.
- Samstarf- og skipulagshæfileikar
- Sjálfstæði í starfi, frumkvæði og samviskusemi.
- Hæfni í mannlegum samskiptum, jákvætt viðmót og sveigjanleiki í starfi.
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement, A2 language level. ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
- Góð tölvukunnátta og bílpróf
- Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace
Umsækjandi þarf að hafa hreint sakavottorð.
Umsókn fylgi greinagóð ferilskrá ásamt leyfisbréfi.
Frekari upplýsingar um starfið veitir Hrund Brynjólfsdóttir forstöðuþroskaþjálfi, í síma 585-5764, netfang: hrundb@hafnarfjordur.is
Laun eru samkvæmt gildandi kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga við viðeigandi stéttarfélag.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 10. apríl 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.
Umsjónarkennari á yngsta – eða miðstigi – Lækjarskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Dögg Gunnarsdóttir
Lækjarskóli auglýsir eftir kennara á yngsta eða miðstigi skólaárið 2026-2027.
Lækjarskóli á sér sögu allt aftur til ársins 1877 og er staðsettur í fallegu og grónu umhverfi við Lækinn í Hafnarfirði. Reist var ný skólabygging, björt og rúmgóð, og tekin í notkun árið 2002. Hér er meðal annars að finna bæði sundlaug og íþróttahús. Nemendur eru tæplega 500 talsins, þar af tæplega 140 á unglingastigi. Allir nemendur frá 5. -10. bekk hafa eigin spjaldtölvu til afnota.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast almenna umsjónarkennslu á miðstigi með fjölbreyttum kennsluháttum.
- Vinna að þróun UDL og annarri skólaþróun í Lækjarskóla í samvinnu við skólasamfélagið.
- Stuðla að velferð nemenda í samstarfi við skólasamfélagið
- Starfa samkvæmt SMT-skólafærni
- Taka þátt í stefnumótun skólans.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Leyfi til að nota starfsheitið grunnskólakennari (leyfisbréf skal fylgja umsókn)
- Kennslureynsla og þekking á fjölbreyttum kennsluaðferðum á miðstigi æskileg
- Lipurð í samskiptum og sveigjanleiki í starfi
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
- Víðtæk tölvukunnátta og góð þekking á G-suite og Mentor.
- Interest in team teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Stundvísi og samviskusemi
Fyrir nánari upplýsingar hafið samband Dögg Gunnarsdóttur, skólastjóra, dogg@laekjarskoli.is
Laun eru samkvæmt kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga og Félags grunnskólakennara.
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 8. apríl 2026.
Greinargóð ferilsskrá og leyfisbréf fylgi umsókn.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
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.
Þroskaþjálfi 80-100 % starf – Lækjarskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Dögg Gunnarsdóttir
Lækjarskóli auglýsir eftir þroskaþjálfa í 80 – 100% starf skólaárið 2026-27
Lækjarskóli á sér sögu allt aftur til ársins 1877 og er staðsettur í fallegu og grónu umhverfi við Lækinn í Hafnarfirði. Reist var ný skólabygging, björt og rúmgóð, og tekin í notkun árið 2002. Hér er meðal annars að finna bæði sundlaug og íþróttahús. Nemendur eru tæplega 500 talsins, þar af tæplega 140 á unglingastigi. Allir nemendur frá 5. -10. bekk hafa eigin spjaldtölvu til afnota.
Einkunnarorð Lækjarskóla eru ábyrgð, virðing og öryggi, og endurspeglast allt skólastarfið í þessum orðum. Unnið er samkvæmt SMT-skólafærni sem þýðir að áhersla er lögð á að nálgast nemendur á jákvæðan hátt, gefa góðri hegðun meiri gaum og skapa jákvæðan skólabrag.
Lækjarskóli hefur verið í innleiðingu á Universal Design for Learning (UDL). UDL er aðferðafræði sem er byggð á rannsóknum David Rose (Boston Harvard,1984). UDL veitir nemendum möguleika á að læra á ólíka vegu og að sýna kunnáttu sína á ólíka hátt. Nemendur eru virkir og hafa áhrif á eigið nám og er tilgangurinn að útrýma hindrunum sem standa í vegi fyrir árangri nemenda.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Vinna með nemendum með þroskafrávik.
- Gera áætlanir, sinna þjálfun, vinna með félagsfærni, aðlaga námsefni og námsaðstæður í samvinnu við kennara og deildarstjóra.
- Stuðla að velferð nemenda í samstarfi við foreldra og annað fagfólk.
- Vinna með nemendum í sérdeild og almennu skólaumhverfi.
- Vinna að þróun skólastarfs ásamt öðrum starfsmönnum í skólanum.
- Vinna að gerð einstaklingsnámskrár í samstarfi við kennara og deildarstjóra og fylgja henni eftir.
- Vinna að gerð sjónræns skipulags fyrir nemendur.
- Önnur verkefni skv. starfslýsingu og sem yfirmaður felur starfsmanni.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Háskólamenntun á svið þroskaþjálfunar starfsleyfi til að vinna sem slíkur (starfsleyfi fylgi umsókn).
- Þekkingu og reynslu af vinnu með nemendum með þroskahömlun kostur.
- Góð íslenskukunnátta.
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum.
- Faglegur metnaður og áhugi á að starfa í skapandi og metnaðarfullu umhverfi.
- Lipurð í samskiptum og sveigjanleiki í starfi.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Ef þetta er eitthvað sem vekur áhuga þinn ekki hika við að hafa samband við okkur í Lækjarskóla.
Fyrir nánari upplýsingar hafið samband við Dögg Gunnarsdóttur, skólastjóra, dogg@laekjarskoli.is eða Björgvin Sigurbjörnsson bjorgvin@laekjarskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 8. apríl 2026.
Laun eru samkvæmt kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga og Þroskaþjálfafélag íslands.
Greinargóð ferilsskrá og leyfisbréf fylgi umsókn.
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.
Kennari í sérdeild – Lækjarskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Dögg Gunnarsdóttir
Lækjarskóli auglýsir eftir kennara í sérdeild í 100% starf skólaárið 2026-2027.
Lækjarskóli á sér sögu allt aftur til ársins 1877 og er staðsettur í fallegu og grónu umhverfi við Lækinn í Hafnarfirði. Reist var ný skólabygging, björt og rúmgóð, og tekin í notkun árið 2002. Hér er meðal annars að finna bæði sundlaug og íþróttahús. Nemendur eru um 450 talsins. Allir nemendur frá 5. -10. bekk hafa eigin spjaldtölvu til afnota.
Undanfarið skólaár höfum við unnið markvisst með fjögur meginmarkmið: Samstarf heimils og skóla, heilbrigði og vellíðan, aukinn árangur nemenda og altæka hönnun náms (UDL).
Einkunnarorð Lækjarskóla eru ábyrgð, virðing og öryggi, og endurspeglast allt skólastarfið í þessum orðum. Unnið er samkvæmt SMT-skólafærni sem þýðir að áhersla er lögð á að nálgast nemendur á jákvæðan hátt, gefa góðri hegðun meiri gaum og skapa jákvæðan skólabrag.
Fyrir nokkru hófst innleiðing á Universal Design for Learning (UDL). UDL er aðferðafræði sem er byggð á rannsóknum David Rose (Boston Harvard,1984). UDL veitir nemendum möguleika á að læra á ólíka vegu og að sýna kunnáttu sína á ólíka hátt. Nemendur eru virkir og hafa áhrif á eigið nám og er tilgangurinn að útrýma hindrunum sem standa í vegi fyrir árangri nemenda.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast almenna kennslu í sérdeild í samvinnu við skólastjórnendur, aðra kennara og foreldra
- Vinna að þróun skólastarfs í samstarfi við stjórnendur og samstarfsfólk
- Promote the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Working in accordance with the school's policy
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teacher's licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Kennslureynsla í sérdeild kostur
- Reynsla og þekking á fjölbreyttum kennsluaðferðum
- Færni í gerð sjónræns skipulags kostur
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Interest in team teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Víðtæk tölvukunnátta
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Fyrir nánari upplýsingar hafið samband við Guðbjörgu Dögg Gunnarsdóttur, skólastjóra, dogg@laekjarskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 8. apríl 2026.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' 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.
Tónmenntakennari – Víðistaðaskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir
Víðistaðaskóli óskar eftir að ráða kennara í tónmennt
Við í Víðistaðaskóla leitum eftir skapandi, hugmyndaríkum og drífandi kennara í tónmennt, sem bætist í góðan hóp annarra list og verkgreinakennara sem starfa við skólann.
Í Víðistaðaskóla er rík hefð fyrir góðri og öflugri tónmenntakennslu. Tónmenntakennarinn sér um samsöng nemenda á yngsta stigi, kemur að kennslu í list og verkgreinarúllum og valgreinum á yngsta og miðstigi. Á hverju ári setja nemendur í 10. bekk söngleik á svið og þar gefst tónmenntakennara tækifæri á að koma að spennandi og skapandi verkefni. Skólinn er vel tækjum búinn og hefur yfir góðri aðstöðu að ráða.
Í skólanum eru rúmlega 500 nemendur og um 100 starfsmenn. Við leggjum áherslu á fjölbreytileikann, líðan nemenda, teymisvinnu/kennslu og fjölbreytta kennsluhætti. Gildi skólans eru ábyrgð, virðing og vinátta. Í skólanum er unnið eftir SMT skólafærni þar sem lögð er áhersla á að styrkja og efla jákvæð samskipti milli nemenda sem annarra í skólasamfélaginu. Við erum heilsueflandi grunnskóli sem hugsar um umhverfi sitt í anda Græn fánans.
Hjá okkur ríkir góður starfsandi og samheldni meðal þeirra sem í skólanum starfa.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast kennslu í tónmennt á öllum stigum
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufræði námsgreina
- Áhugi á að starfa með börnum og ungmennum.
- Lipurð í samskiptum, sveigjanleiki og samstarfshæfni.
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum.
- Jákvæðni og áhugi á að starfa í skapandi og metnaðarfullu umhverfi.
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
Starfshlutfall er 80% og er ráðið í starfið frá og með 1. ágúst 2026.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veita Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir skólastjóri, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is and Valgerður Júlíusdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, valaj@vidistadaskoli.is.
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.vidistadaskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er frá 25. mars til og með 8. apríl.
Greinargóð ferilskrá og leyfisbréf fylgi umsókn. Launakjör eru samkvæmt kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga og KÍ.
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.
Heimilisfræðikennari – Víðistaðaskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir
Víðistaðaskóli leitar eftir skapandi, hugmyndaríkum og drífandi heimilisfræðikennara sem bætist í góðan hóp annarra list og verkgreinakennara sem starfa við skólann. Skólinn er vel tækjum búinn og hefur yfir góðri aðstöðu að ráða.
Í Víðistaðaskóla eru rúmlega 500 nemendur og um 100 starfsmenn. Við leggjum áherslu á fjölbreytileikann, líðan nemenda, teymisvinnu/kennslu og fjölbreytta kennsluhætti. Gildi skólans eru ábyrgð, virðing og vinátta. Í skólanum er unnið eftir SMT skólafærni þar sem lögð er áhersla á að styrkja og efla jákvæð samskipti milli nemenda sem og annarra í skólasamfélaginu. Við erum heilsueflandi grunnskóli sem hugsar um umhverfi sitt í anda Græn fánans.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast kennslu í heimilisfræði á mið- og unglingastigi
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other tasks as per the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufræði námsgreina
- Áhugi á að starfa með börnum og ungmennum.
- Lipurð í samskiptum, sveigjanleiki og samstarfshæfni.
- Frumkvæði og sjálfstæði í vinnubrögðum.
- Jákvæðni og áhugi á að starfa í skapandi og metnaðarfullu umhverfi.
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
Starfshlutfall er 100% og ráðið er frá 1. ágúst 2026.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veita Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir skólastjóri, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is eða Valgerður Júlíusdóttir aðstoðarskólastjóri, valaj@vidistadaskoli.is.
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.vidistadaskoli.is.
Umsóknarfrestur er frá 25. mars til og með 8. mars 2026.
Greinargóð ferilskrá og leyfisbréf fylgi umsókn.Launakjör eru samkvæmt kjarasamningi Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga og KÍ.
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.
Umsjónarkennari á unglingastigi – Víðistaðaskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir
Ráðning frá 1. ágúst 2026
Við leitum að liðsmanni í öflugan hóp kennara á unglingastig skólans með áherslu á íslensku og stærðfræði. Við leitum að kennara sem er tilbúinn að koma í ný verkefni, samvinnu með samstarfsfólki og leiða skemmtilegan hóp nemenda.
Víðistaðaskóli er heildstæður skóli með 510 nemendur. Leiðarljós skólans eru ábyrgð, virðing og vinátta. Í Víðistaðaskóla fögnum við fjölbreytileikanum og er áhersla lögð á að hver nemandi fái kennslu við hæfi til að þroska hæfileika sína. Lögð er áhersla á líðan nemenda, fjölbreytta kennsluhætti og góðan námsárangur. Unnið er að þróun teymiskennslu og notkunar spjalda í skólastarfi. Í skólanum er metnaðarfullt starf sem byggir á skólaþróun og nemendalýðræði. Víðistaðaskóli er heilsueflandi grunnskóli og starfar í anda grænfánans þar sem lögð er áhersla á umhverfismennt og útikennslu. Í skólanum er unnið eftir SMT skólafærni þar sem lögð er áhersla á að styrkja og efla jákvæð samskipti milli nemenda sem annarra í skólasamfélaginu. Í Víðistaðaskóla er góður starfsandi og samheldni meðal allra sem í skólanum starfa.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast kennslu á unglingastigi
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufræði námsgreina
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veita Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir skólastjóri, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is eða Valgerður Júlíusdóttir aðstoðarskólastjóri, valaj@vidistadaskoli.is.
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.vidistadaskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er frá 25. mars til og með 8. apríl 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
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.
Umsjónarkennari á miðstigi – Víðistaðaskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir
Við leitum að liðsmanni í öflugan hóp kennara á miðstigi skólans. Við leitum að kennara sem er tilbúinn að koma í ný verkefni, samvinnu með samstarfsfólki og leiða skemmtilegan hóp nemenda.
Víðistaðaskóli er heildstæður skóli með 510 nemendur. Leiðarljós skólans eru ábyrgð, virðing og vinátta. Í Víðistaðaskóla fögnum við fjölbreytileikanum og er áhersla lögð á að hver nemandi fái kennslu við hæfi til að þroska hæfileika sína. Lögð er áhersla á líðan nemenda, fjölbreytta kennsluhætti og góðan námsárangur. Unnið er að þróun teymiskennslu og notkunar spjalda í skólastarfi. Í skólanum er metnaðarfullt starf sem byggir á skólaþróun og nemendalýðræði. Víðistaðaskóli er heilsueflandi grunnskóli og starfar í anda grænfánans þar sem lögð er áhersla á umhverfismennt og útikennslu. Í skólanum er unnið eftir SMT skólafærni þar sem lögð er áhersla á að styrkja og efla jákvæð samskipti milli nemenda sem annarra í skólasamfélaginu. Í Víðistaðaskóla er góður starfsandi og samheldni meðal allra sem í skólanum starfa.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast kennslu á miðstigi
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufræði námsgreina
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
Starfshlutfall er 100% og ráðið er frá 1. ágúst 2026.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veita Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir skólastjóri, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is eða Valgerður Júlíusdóttir aðstoðarskólastjóri, valaj@vidistadaskoli.is.
Further information about the school can be found on the website. http://www.vidistadaskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er frá 25. mars til og með 8. apríl 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
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.
Umsjónarkennari á yngsta stig – Víðistaðaskóli
Application deadline
08.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 08.04.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir
Við í Víðistaðaskóla leitum eftir skapandi, hugmyndaríkum og drífandi umsjónarkennara á yngsta stig skólans. Viðkomandi kennari bætist í góðan hóp annarra starfsmanna skólans. Skólinn er vel tækjum búinn og hefur yfir góðri aðstöðu að ráða.
Í Víðistaðaskóla eru rúmlega 500 nemendur og um 100 starfsmenn. Við leggjum áherslu á fjölbreytileikann, líðan nemenda, teymisvinnu/kennslu og fjölbreytta kennsluhætti. Gildi skólans eru ábyrgð, virðing og vinátta. Í skólanum er unnið eftir SMT skólafærni þar sem lögð er áhersla á að styrkja og efla jákvæð samskipti milli nemenda sem annarra í skólasamfélaginu. Við erum heilsueflandi grunnskóli sem hugsar um umhverfi sitt í anda Græn fánans.
Í Víðistaðaskóla er góður starfsandi og samheldni meðal þeirra sem í skólanum starfa.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Annast kennslu á yngsta stigi
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence
- Haldgóð þekking á kennslufræði námsgreina
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to Sjálsmatsrammi
Starfshlutfall er 100% og ráðið er frá og með 1. ágúst 2026.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Nánari upplýsingar um starfið veita Guðbjörg Norðfjörð Elíasdóttir skólastjóri, gudbjorgn@hafnarfjordur.is eða Valgerður Júlíusdóttir aðstoðarskólastjóri, valaj@vidistadaskoli.is.
Nánari upplýsingar um skólann má finna á heimasíðunni http://www.vidistadaskoli.is
Umsóknarfrestur er til og með 8. apríl 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
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.
Form Teacher for Key Stages 1 and 2 – Hraunvallar School
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 20.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: lars@hraunvallaskoli.is
Hraunvallaskóli is looking for a teacher to serve as a form tutor in the lower or middle school for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The job percentage is 80-100% and the employee is expected to start on 1 August 2026.
Hraunvallar School is unique in that both a nursery and a primary school are run within its walls. The school operates according to the philosophy of the open school, and the building was designed with this in mind. The curriculum places an emphasis on a structure based on group work, thematic learning, individual work, problem-solving, critical thinking, and students' ability to acquire knowledge and utilise the latest information and communication technology to do so. Teachers work together in teams during lessons and in the planning and preparation of teaching. Pupils in the same year group are in common tutor groups with a shared form tutor in their home areas.
The values of Hraunvallaskóli are friendship, cooperation and responsibility.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- To provide general and subject-specific teaching at Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, in consultation with fellow teachers, school management and parents.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and the school's professional staff.
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Works on school-wide skills designed to create a good atmosphere in schools and ensure the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- A clear commitment to the school's policy and priorities
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Experience of teaching in a primary school is desirable.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic. The proficiency benchmark C1 is taken as a reference. criteria of the European Language Portfolio.
Further information about the post is provided by Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is and Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is, on telephone 590 2800.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association.
The application deadline is 7th.. April 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.
Supervising Teacher in the Multi-disciplinary Department – Hraunvallaschool
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 20.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Lars Jóhann Imsland
Hraunvallaskóli is seeking to appoint a form tutor to the school's Multi-Subject Department for the 2026-2027 academic year.
In the Multi-disciplinary Department are students who, on the basis of multiple needs, cannot fully utilise the learning opportunities available at their home school. The supervisor's office is located at Fléttuvelli on the grounds of Hraunvallar School and is staffed by four to five members of staff.
The applicant must have a positive attitude towards pupils with multiple needs and a belief in each individual's capacity for change and development, seeking to build on their strengths. The post-holder must also have good leadership skills, extensive knowledge of school practice, and an ambitious vision for the school.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- A varied approach to teaching and pastoral care in collaboration with teachers, support staff and parents.
- Working on the development of school practice in collaboration with school services
- Promote the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Take part in the strategic planning process
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Experience of teaching in a primary school is desirable.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic. The proficiency benchmark C1 is taken as a reference. criteria of the European Language Portfolio.
Further information about the post is provided by Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is, and Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, Deputy Headteacher, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is,on telephone 590 2800.
The application deadline is 7 April 2026.
The application should be accompanied by a detailed CV and a covering letter.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
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.
Class teacher in the autism unit at Hraunvallar School
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 20.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: lars@hraunvallaskoli.is
Hraunvallaskóli is seeking a class teacher for Hraunborg – a department for children with autism – for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The job share is 100% and the employee is expected to start as soon as possible.
We are building a new autism unit that focuses on individualised services, respect, and a positive environment for children with autism and their families. Our aim is to create a strong team of staff who work together to support each child's participation, development and well-being. The unit works from the children's strengths and focuses on diverse ways to enhance social skills, learning, and independence. We are looking for staff who share our vision and are passionate about taking part in shaping a new service where the children's welfare and human rights are at the forefront.
The applicant must have a positive attitude towards students with multiple needs and a belief in each individual's capacity for change and development, seeking to build on their strengths.
The values of Hraunvallaskóli are friendship, cooperation and responsibility.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Provide general and subject-specific teaching with an emphasis on individualisation.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and the school's professional staff.
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Works on school-wide skills designed to create a good atmosphere in schools and ensure the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- A clear commitment to the school's policy and priorities
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Experience of teaching in a primary school is desirable.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic. The proficiency benchmark C1 is taken as a reference. criteria of the European Language Portfolio.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Further information about the post is provided by Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is and Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, Deputy Headteacher, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is on telephone 590-2800.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association.
The application deadline is 7 April. 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.
Social Worker in Specialist Home Care – Temporary Position
Application deadline
31.03.2026
Application deadline from: 10.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.03.2026
Contact: Áslaug Erla Hansdóttir
The Family and Children's Services Department of Hafnarfjörður is seeking to recruit staff for cover in specialist support services.
This is a fixed-term appointment from spring until November 2026. It is desirable that the employee can start as soon as possible.
An employee assists service users with significant and complex service needs, working in accordance with the City of Hafnarfjörður's policy on homelessness and provides individualised services that are organised with the individual's needs in mind.A harm reduction philosophy and a recovery-oriented approach are adopted. Working hours are from midday into the evening, every day of the week, on a shift basis.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Encourages and supports users in self-help and social activity.
- Provides users with support for activities of daily living
- Follows the station's plans and procedures.
- Guides and assists users, e.g. with medical appointments and using other services.
- Strengthen users' self-identity, self-esteem and quality of life, and empower them to take control of their circumstances and lives, providing them with social support.
- Assists with household chores and encourages users.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Social work qualification or other comparable qualification
- Experience of working with people with multiple needs
- Interest in harm reduction and recovery ideology
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Shows tact and flexibility but can set boundaries
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
- Initiative, organised working methods and independence in work
- Icelandic proficiency at a minimum of level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The individual must have a driving licence and access to a car.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
The application deadline is 31 March 2026.
The terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hlíf Trade Union.
Further information is provided by Áslaug Erla Hansdóttir, Team Leader of Specialist Home Care. aslaugh@hafnarfjordur.is or by telephone on 585 5500.
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.
Home Care Worker – Summer Job
Application deadline
10.04.2026
Application deadline from: 10.03.2026
Application deadline: 10.04.2026
Contact: Elín Ósk Baldursdóttir
The Family and Children's Services Department of Hafnarfjörður is seeking to hire staff for the support service for summer cover. The job percentage is 100%
The Support Service is responsible for a wide range of services for the residents of Hafnarfjörður. It strives to provide a personalised service.
Key tasks:
- Help with general household cleaning
- Activate service users
- Assistance with dressing, eating or giving pre-measured medication
- Social support
- Collaboration with other support service staff
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience in a support role is desirable.
- Positive attitude at work, a helpful nature and good communication skills
- Initiative, organised working methods and independence in work
- Icelandic proficiency at a minimum of level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- Driving test
A requirement is that the individual has a clean criminal record. A record of good conduct is required, e.g. having an excellent reputation and ensuring that behaviour and actions, both at and outside of work, are consistent with the role.
The application deadline is 10 April 2026.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Municipalities' Salary Commission and the Hlíf Trade Union.
Further information is provided by Elín Ósk Baldursdóttir, Head of Department. elinob@hafnarfjordur.is or by telephone on 585 5500.
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.
Social Care Home Care Assistant – Summer Job
Application deadline
10.04.2026
Application deadline from: 10.03.2026
Application deadline: 10.04.2026
Contact: Elín Ósk Baldursdóttir
The Family and Children's Services Department of Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire staff for its support services for summer cover.
The working hours are up to 100%, and we are looking for people for both day shifts and shift work in the evenings and at weekends. These are summer cover positions.
The Support Service is responsible for a wide range of services for the residents of Hafnarfjörður. It strives to provide a personalised service.
Key tasks:
- Personal assistance and support with nutrition and exercise
- Provides assistance with shopping
- Dispenses pre-packaged medicines
- Cleaning at users' homes
- Help with household organisation, cleaning and more
- Collaboration with other support service staff
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Examinations from shorter courses, such as social work or nursing courses.
- Experience of work in support services
- Positive attitude at work, a helpful nature and good communication skills
- Initiative, organised working methods and independence in work
- Icelandic proficiency at a minimum of level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- Driving test
A requirement is that the individual has a clean criminal record. A record of good conduct is required, e.g. having an excellent reputation and ensuring that behaviour and actions, both at and outside of work, are consistent with the role.
The application deadline is 10 April 2026.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Municipalities' Salary Commission and the Hlíf Trade Union.
Further information is provided by Elín Ósk Baldursdóttir, Head of Department. elinob@hafnarfjordur.is or by telephone on 585 5500.
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.
Summer relief staff at a home for disabled people – Berjahlíð
Application deadline
01.04.2026
Application deadline from: 04.03.2026
Application deadline: 01.04.2026
Contact: Kristín Anna Th. Jensdóttir
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire dynamic staff for summer relief positions in a rewarding role at a home for people with disabilities, located in Berjahlíð. The work is carried out in accordance with the philosophy Servant guidance, with an emphasis on residents feeling well in a comfortable and safe home environment.
An exciting and enjoyable job with a variety of tasks in shift work. The position is 60-100% or by arrangement, and the successful candidate must be able to work morning, evening, night and weekend shifts.
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
- General household chores
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience in similar roles is desirable.
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement, A2 language level. ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Independent working methods and flexibility in work
- Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace
- Driving licence
It is desirable that the applicant is 20 years of age or older, and a clean criminal record is a requirement.
Further information about the job is available from Kristín Anna Th. Jensdóttir, Director, on telephone 585-5761 or at the email address. kristinj@hafnarfjordur.is
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 should be accompanied by a detailed CV.
The application deadline is 25 March 2026.
Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in positions with the city and that workplaces that the town reflects the diversity of the community.
Relief work – Disability matters
Application deadline
31.08.2026
Application deadline from: 01.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.08.2026
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.
Competency requirements:
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Service-mindedness and reliability
- Ability to express oneself orally and in writing
- Ability for personalised solutions
- Good general computer skills
- Minimum proficiency in Icelandic A2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
The applicant must be 18 years of age. A clean criminal record is required, along with a record of good conduct, such as having an excellent reputation and behaviour both at and outside of work being consistent with the role.
Your application for a locum position is active for six months and will become inactive after that time. You can request to have your application deactivated before then 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.
Other temporary cover jobs
Application deadline
31.08.2026
Application deadline from: 01.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.08.2026
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.
Competency requirements:
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Service-mindedness and reliability
- Ability to express oneself orally and in writing
- Ability for personalised solutions
- Good general computer skills
- Minimum proficiency in Icelandic A2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. A clean criminal record and a record of good conduct are required, i.e. a good reputation and behaviour and actions, both at and outside of work, must be consistent with the role.
Your application for a locum position is active for six months and will become inactive after that time. You can request to have your application deactivated before then 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.
Relief work in nurseries
Application deadline
31.08.2026
Application deadline from: 01.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.08.2026
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.
Competency requirements:
- Communication‐ and interoperability
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Service-mindedness and reliability
- Ability to express oneself orally and in writing
- Ability for personalised solutions
- Ability to work under pressure and adaptability
- Good general computer skills
- Icelandic proficiency at a minimum of level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
The applicant must be 18 years of age. A clean criminal record is required, along with a record of good conduct, such as having an excellent reputation and behaviour both at and outside of work being consistent with the role.
Your application for a locum position is active for six months and will become inactive after that time. You can request to have your application deactivated before then 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.
Cover work in primary schools and music schools
Application deadline
31.08.2026
Application deadline from: 01.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.08.2026
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.
Competency requirements:
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Service-mindedness and reliability
- Ability to express oneself orally and in writing
- Ability for personalised solutions
- Good general computer skills
- Icelandic proficiency at a minimum of level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. A clean criminal record and a record of good conduct are required, i.e. a good reputation and behaviour and actions, both at and outside of work, must be consistent with the role.
Your application for a locum position is active for six months and will become inactive after that time. You can request to have your application deactivated before then 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.
Summer jobs at Hafnarfjörður's nurseries
Application deadline
01.04.2026
Application deadline from: 18.03.2026
Application deadline: 01.04.2026
Contact: mannaudur@hafnarfjordur.is
We are looking for cheerful and positive staff for summer supply cover in the nursery schools of Hafnarfjörður.
The period of employment can vary, typically from mid-May to late August. The nurseries of the City of Hafnarfjörður will be closed from 13 July to and including 3 August.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Works in nursery education and childcare.
- Participates in nursery and after-school activities within the nursery and other activities that take place during the school day.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience of nursery work or other work with children is an advantage.
- Interest in professional work with children
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Autonomy in working methods
- Good Icelandic skills, A2 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
The condition is that the person has a clean criminal record and is 18 years of age or older.
Further information about the jobs is provided by the headteachers of each nursery school.
The application deadline is 1 April 2026.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the relevant trade union.
If a qualified teacher is recruited, they will be given priority for the post in accordance with the Act No. 95/2019. We encourage teachers to apply. A teaching licence must accompany the application.
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.
Creative summer jobs
Application deadline
06.04.2026
Application deadline from: 25.03.2026
Application deadline: 06.04.2026
Contact: Bryndís Steina Friðgeirsdóttir
This summer, individuals and groups at aged 18-25 (born 2001-2008) to come up with ideas for creative projects in Hafnarfjörður. Individuals and groups will have the opportunity to work over the summer on creative projects and present them to residents and visitors during the summer. Creative Summer Jobs, run as part of the Hafnarfjörður Work School and the Innovation Centre, is intended as a springboard for young artists to develop their art, practise working independently and showcase their creations.
Applicants must be aged between 18 and 25. When selecting projects, consideration will be given to, among other things the feasibility and originality of the project, the budget, the diversity of projects, the gender balance of applicants and the quality of the applications. An agreement on the project's arrangements will be made with the applicants who are selected. Help with writing the application can be obtained from the staff of the Innovation Centre via email. nyskopunarsetur@hafnarfjordur.is.
The main tasks and responsibilities are to:
- Work according to one's own implementation and work plan
- Staff are active on social media and promoting the project.
- To be in collaboration and consultation with other participants in the Creative Summer Jobs
- Keep a work diary and attend all meetings that staff of the Innovation Centre to organisejust
- Appear at organised events run by the City of Hafnarfjörður, such as the 17th of June and others.
- Take an active part in the Harvest Days of Creative Summer Jobs in Autumn 20226 or in one way or another, demonstrate the results and outcomes of the project free of charge for the town's residents.
The following information and supporting documents must be sent as attachments with the application:
- A detailed description of the project, its scope and objectives.
- Description of an idea for participation on 17th June.
- Time and Work Schedule
- Budget
- If it is A group project is to be discussed., Each and every one needs to be supported.and of the project to apply through the application portal
- Information about all project stakeholders and specify one project contact.
Applications that lack this information will not be considered valid and will therefore not be taken into account during the application processing. Template can be found among the requested documents here.
Application process and working period
Application process
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17 FebruaryApplications open
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29 March- Applications close
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13-17 AprilApplications are reviewed and applicants with valid applications are invited for an interview.
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End of April and beginning of May– replies are coming
ATH. framlengdur umsóknafrestur er til og með 6. apríl 2026.
The working period runs from June to July. Staff begin the working period by preparing for the 17th of June and then work independently. to work on the project according to the work plan until preparations for the final party and presentation of the work take over.
The total number of hours is 208, and the project is expected to be completed in 7 weeks during June and July.
Please note that this refers only to salaries and not to other funding for the project. Projects are responsible for all incidental production costs themselves.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hlíf trade union.
An agreement on the project's arrangement will be made with the selected applicants. The supervisor of the Hafnarfjörður Work Club, the director of the Innovation Centre, and staff members of the Innovation Centre will form a selection committee that will report its findings by 17 April 2026..
Further information about the job Bryndís Steina Friðgeirsdóttir, director of the Innovation Centre, provides via email. bryndisf@hafnarfjordur.is, or Thorbjorg Signy Agustsson, Coordinator of Creative Summer Jobs, via email thorbjorgag@hafnarfjordur.is.
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.
Headteacher of Víðistaðaskóli in Hafnarfjörður
Application deadline
30.03.2026
Application deadline from: 12.03.2026
Application deadline: 30.03.2026
Contact: Fanney Dóróthe Halldórsdóttir
The position of Headteacher of Víðistaðaskóli in Hafnarfjörður is now open for application. The appointment will be from 15th July this year, or by mutual agreement.
Vídistaðaskóli is a comprehensive primary school with around 520 pupils in Years 1–10. The school runs the after-school club Hraunkot for pupils in Years 1–4 and a youth club for older pupils.
We are seeking an ambitious leader with extensive knowledge of school operations, a passion for a diverse learning environment, and the ability to lead the school forward under its motto.; responsibility – respect – friendship. The person will further develop a positive school atmosphere that promotes well-being, collaboration, diversity and creativity in accordance with the educational policy of Hafnarfjörður.
This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven and creative individual to build a sought-after workplace.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- To create and shape a caring and progressive school ethos within a comprehensive school.
- To provide the school with professional leadership in accordance with the National Curriculum for Primary Schools and the educational policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður.
- Manage daily operations and demonstrate prudence in management.
- Manage human resources matters such as recruitment, work organisation and career development.
- Develop a school ethos in effective partnership with staff, pupils and parents.
- To cooperate with the local education authority on vision and strategy.
- Promoting the success and well-being of students and staff
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teacher's licence
- Relevant postgraduate education is an advantage, preferably in management and/or educational sciences.
- Experience of teaching and successful management in a primary school is required.
- Leadership skills and experience of professional leadership in the field of education
- Experience in planning, operations and financial management
- Experience in human resources
- Organisational skills, initiative and the ability to work independently.
- Interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
- Good command of Icelandic (C1) – and proficiency in English, with the ability to express oneself both orally and in writing.
- Good IT skills
Hafnarfjörður operates an early support procedure for nursery and primary school children, with a primary focus on integrated services for children and families at an early stage, increased collaboration in the child's local environment and implementation in accordance with the Act on the Coordination of Services for the Well-being of Children.
The application deadline is 30th March.
Applications for the post must be accompanied by a detailed CV and a covering letter outlining the reason for applying, previous employment, education, management experience, and the ability to perform the duties of a primary school headteacher, along with copies of qualifications.
Further information about the post is available from Fanney Dóróthe Halldórsdóttir, Director of the Education and Public Health Department, on 585-5800., fanney@hafnarfjordur.is
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
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.
Supervising Teacher – Engidalsskóli
Application deadline
06.04.2026
Application deadline from: 13.03.2026
Application deadline: 06.04.2026
Contact: Margret Halldórsdóttir
Engidalsskóli is seeking a form tutor for a 100% position in the middle school.
The Council is in office from 1 August 2026.
Engidalsskóli was founded in 1978. The school is small and cosy, attended by pupils in Years 1-7. Next winter, there will be around 200 pupils.
Emphasis is placed on a variety of teaching methods, teamwork, and the well-being of pupils and staff. The school is a Healthy School, flies the Green Flag and is in the process of implementing guided learning. The school operates according to 'Raising Achievement, Raising Expectations'. We place great emphasis on reading, and reading is the only homework students have. The school has an exceptionally pleasant playground offering a wide variety of opportunities for play and outdoor learning. A good working atmosphere and positive interactions are shared by everyone who works at the school. We are looking for people who want to help us build a strong school community.
The school's guiding principles are: Responsibility – Respect – Well-being
Further information about the school can be found on the website. www.engidalsskoli.is
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Teaching and supervision at secondary school level
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- A solid understanding of the pedagogy of early years subjects and reading instruction.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Proficiency in a variety of teaching methods
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic, C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is provided by Margrét Halldórsdóttir, Headteacher., margreth@engidalsskoli.is on 555-4433.
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Union.
The application deadline is 6 April 2026.
A detailed CV must accompany the application. 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.
Teacher – Hraunvallar Nursery School
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 19.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Pálína Hildur Sigurðardóttir
Hraunvallar Nursery School is looking to hire a teacher for a 100% position.
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.
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:
- 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 communication skills
- Initiative in work and professional ambition
- Independent and organised working methods
- Good knowledge of Icelandic, C1 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
- Travel grant
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, even if they do not hold a teaching qualification.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Information about the post is provided by Pálína Hildur Sigurðardóttir, Headteacher, palinas@hraunvallaskoli.is
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Union.
The application deadline is 7 April 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.
School and leisure staff at the Holtasel leisure centre – Hvaleyrarskóli
Application deadline
02.04.2026
Application deadline from: 19.03.2026
Application deadline: 02.04.2026
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:
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
- Experience of working with children is desirable.
- 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 2 April 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.
Summer job – Lundur
Application deadline
31.03.2026
Application deadline from: 19.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.03.2026
Contact: Thordis Ruriksdottir
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire a capable member of staff for a summer position at a home for disabled individuals, located in Setberg. The work is carried out according to a philosophy Servant leadership.
This is a varied and exciting role, offering a 60-90% position. The job is shift work, involving day, evening and weekend shifts.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing residents with support with activities of daily living
- Follow service plans and procedures
- Encourage residents to take part in various leisure activities.
- Doing the housework
- Other tasks as per the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience in similar roles is an advantage.
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and conscientiousness
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is provided by Þórdís Rúriksdóttir, Director, on telephone: 565-5100, email: thordisru@hafnarfjordur.is
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Staff Association of Hafnarfjörður Municipality.
The application deadline is 31 March 2026.
The application should be accompanied by a detailed CV.
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.
Staff member wanted for the Centre – a resource for disabled people
Application deadline
30.03.2026
Application deadline from: 19.03.2026
Application deadline: 30.03.2026
Contact: thordisru@hafnarfjordur.is
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire a dynamic employee for a rewarding position at the Miðstöðin, a newly merged work and activity centre for people with disabilities. The work is carried out according to a philosophy Servant leadership.
This is an exciting, educational and progressive 100% future role with a variety of tasks. A standard day's work from 8 am to 4 pm or 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing service users with support with activities of daily living
- Promote the activity and social participation of disabled people in society.
- Follow service plans and procedures
- Enable service users to work and take part in various leisure activities.
- Provides support and accompaniment in work and activity
- Other duties as described in the job description
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
- Initiative and conscientiousness
- Flexibility in work
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the role is provided by Þórdís Rúriksdóttir, Head Occupational Therapist. thordisru@hafnarfjordur.is or by phone: 565-5100
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
The application deadline is 30 March 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.
Summer job at a home for people with disabilities – Smárahvammur
Application deadline
31.03.2026
Application deadline from: 17.03.2026
Application deadline: 31.03.2026
Contact: ingibjorgo@hafnarfjordur.is
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire dynamic summer staff for a rewarding role providing services in a home for people with disabilities. We work according to the philosophy of Servant Leadership, with a focus on ensuring residents feel as comfortable as possible.
An exciting and enjoyable role with a variety of tasks on a shift basis. This is a 70%-100% position or by arrangement, and the successful candidate must be able to work morning, evening, night and weekend shifts.
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, A2 language level according to the ETM self-assessment framework.coe.int)
- 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 31 March 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.
Special Education Leader – Hamravellir Health Nursery School (temporary appointment)
Application deadline
07.04.2026
Application deadline from: 17.03.2026
Application deadline: 07.04.2026
Contact: Hildur Arnar Bjargardóttir
Hamravellir Health Nursery School is looking to appoint an ambitious and capable Special Education Manager. The position is temporary until the end of the year, with the possibility of a permanent appointment.
At Heilsuleikskólinn Hamravellir, a team of professional and fun-loving staff are looking for reinforcements.
The Hamravellir Health Nursery School is located in the inner part of Völlunum in Hafnarfjörður, where there is easy access to unspoilt nature. Hamravellir is a health nursery school where the emphasis is on a healthy diet, outdoor play, exercise and creativity. The nursery school's motto is 'Movement, Creativity and Well-being', and its values are 'Play and Care'.
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:
- Working with the upbringing and education of nursery school children
- To be responsible for and manage the planning, implementation and evaluation of special educational provision in collaboration with other managers of the nursery.
- To act as the professional special educational needs coordinator at the nursery, providing advice to other nursery staff and information to parents.
- Managing the nursery's educational and learning resources related to special educational needs.
- Responsible for ensuring that children receiving special tuition at the nursery school are offered developmental activities.
- Provides support, education and advice to parents/guardians of children receiving special educational needs.
- Provides specialist tuition for children and groups of children through intervention.
- Is a contact for success
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teacher's licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Further education in special education desirable
- Knowledge and experience of special tuition in nurseries
- A sincere interest in the success of all children
- Skill and dexterity in communication
- Initiative, independence in working methods and professional ambition
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
If a qualified teacher cannot be found, consideration will be given to appointing a qualified occupational therapist with experience of working with children, in accordance with Act No. 95/2019. We encourage interested applicants to apply.
A clean criminal record is a condition.
Further information about the jobs is provided by Hildur Arnar Bjargardóttir, nursery manager., hildurarnar@hafnarfjordur.is or by phone on 664-5832
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association or the Association of Occupational Therapists of Iceland.
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- Travel grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
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.
Home Economics Teacher for the next school year – Skarðshlíðarskóli
Application deadline
30.03.2026
Application deadline from: 16.03.2026
Application deadline: 30.03.2026
Contact: ingibjorg@skardshlidarskoli.is
We are looking for a driven and dynamic home economics teacher to join us in our ambitious school programme.
The school's values are cooperation, friendship and perseverance.
At Skarðshlíðarskóli, we have enthusiastic and fun-loving pupils, a dedicated staff, and a strong parent body. We emphasise a good working atmosphere, team teaching, varied teaching methods, SMT school skills, and ensuring all pupils achieve good results in play and work. Mílan is an integral part of the school's work, which involves pupils and staff going outside daily to walk, jog or run for 15 minutes.
The implementation of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) began in the autumn of 2020. UDL provides students with the opportunity to learn in different ways and to demonstrate their skills in different ways. Students are active and have an influence on their own learning.
Skarðshlíðarskóli is a comprehensive primary school with pupils in Years 1 to 10. This winter, there are around 525 pupils at the school. The school building is impressive and the school is well-equipped, with a sports hall, a branch of the Hafnarfjörður Music School and a four-department nursery school in an adjoining building.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Responsible for home economics teaching in Years 1–10.
- Manage purchasing for teaching and oversee the home economics department.
- Participate in the development of a new school in collaboration with the management.
- Promote the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Working in accordance with the school's policy
- Working to create a good atmosphere in the school and ensuring the safety and well-being of pupils and staff.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence
- Professional expertise in home economics and health promotion
- Positivity and an interest in working with children and young people in a creative and ambitious environment.
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Very good Icelandic skills, to a minimum of C1 in accordance with ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
The Council is in office from 1 August 2026.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is available from Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, Headteacher, on 6645871 or Margrét Lilja Pálsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, on 6645861.
The application deadline has been extended and is until 30 March 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
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.
Summer employee in tourism at the Port of Hafnarfjörður
Application deadline
06.04.2026
Application deadline from: 16.03.2026
Application deadline: 06.04.2026
Contact: ludvik@hafnarfjordur.is
Summer employee in tourism at the Port of Hafnarfjörður
Hafnarfjarðarhöfn, in partnership with the City of Hafnarfjörður, is seeking a proactive summer employee to handle tasks related to cruise ship services and tourism information in Hafnarfjörður. We are looking for a summer employee who has knowledge of and an interest in the tourism industry.
In addition, the employee will provide general information about the destination of Hafnarfjörður and other incidental tasks as appropriate.
Hafnarfjörður Harbour is one of the oldest harbours in the country, but today its operations are extremely busy and diverse.
This is a 100% position.
Key responsibilities and duties
- Communication with service providers in the port area
- Cooperation with cruise ship agents and the Port of Hafnarfjörður
- Provision of information on travel-related services within Hafnarfjörður
- Market research in collaboration with the Marketing Bureau of the Capital Region
- Assistance with answering enquiries about the destination of Hafnarfjörður
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements
- Leaving examination
- Experience in the travel industry or similar roles is desirable.
- Interest in tourism
- Initiative, independence and ambition to succeed in the job.
- Good communication skills, a service-minded attitude and tact in human interaction.
- Good command of Icelandic and English, both spoken and written.
- Good knowledge of the Hafnarfjörður community to share with passengers.
For further information, please contact Lúðvík Geirsson, Harbour Master of Hafnarfjörður Harbour, ludvik@hafnarfjordur.is, and Sunna Magnúsdóttir, Project Manager for Culture and Tourism at the Service and Development Department, sunnam@hafnarfjordur.is.
Application deadline: 6 April 2026.
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and STH.
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.
Staff member wanted for a home for disabled people – Svöluás
Application deadline
30.03.2026
Application deadline from: 16.03.2026
Application deadline: 30.03.2026
Contact: Birgitta Rós Skarphéðinsdóttir
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire a capable member of staff for a rewarding position at a home for disabled people, located in Svöluás in the Ásland district. The work is carried out in accordance with the philosophy Servant leadership.
The IcelandicThis is an exciting and enjoyable job with a variety of tasks. The successful candidate must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends and nights.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing service users with support with activities of daily living
- Follow service plans and procedures
- Get service users involved in various leisure activities.
- Have fun at work and be a role model for others
- Doing the housework
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Competency requirements:
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement., A2 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and conscientiousness
- Physical ability to carry out demanding tasks in the workplace
- Experience in a comparable role is desirable.
It is desirable that the applicant is 20 years of age, but a clean criminal record is a prerequisite.
Further information about the post is provided by Birgitta Rós Skarphéðinsdóttir, Director, on 565-0301. Email: birgittar@hafnarfjordur.is
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
The application deadline is 30 March 2026.
The application should be accompanied by a detailed CV.
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.
Teacher in Charge – Engidalsskóli – Fixed-term contract
Application deadline
06.04.2026
Application deadline from: 13.03.2026
Application deadline: 06.04.2026
Contact: Margret Halldórsdóttir
Engidalsskóli is seeking a form tutor for a 80-100% post at the middle school level, a fixed-term appointment for one year.
The Council is in office from 1 August 2026.
Engidalsskóli was founded in 1978. The school is small and cosy, attended by pupils in Years 1-7. Next winter, there will be around 200 pupils.
Emphasis is placed on a variety of teaching methods, teamwork, and the well-being of pupils and staff. The school is a Healthy School, flies the Green Flag and is in the process of implementing guided learning. The school operates according to 'Raising Achievement, Raising Expectations'. We place great emphasis on reading, and reading is the only homework students have. The school has an exceptionally pleasant playground offering a wide variety of opportunities for play and outdoor learning. A good working atmosphere and positive interactions are shared by everyone who works at the school. We are looking for people who want to help us build a strong school community.
The school's guiding principles are: Responsibility – Respect – Well-being
Further information about the school can be found on the website. www.engidalsskoli.is
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Teaching and supervision at secondary school level
- Works to develop school operations in collaboration with management and colleagues.
- Promotes the welfare of students in collaboration with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- A solid understanding of the pedagogy of early years subjects and reading instruction.
- Interest in working with children and young people
- Proficiency in a variety of teaching methods
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Good command of Icelandic, C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is provided by Margrét Halldórsdóttir, Headteacher., margreth@engidalsskoli.is on 555-4433.
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Union.
The application deadline is 6 April 2026.
A detailed CV must accompany the application. 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.
Individual Support Worker – Part-time
Application deadline
31.05.2026
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:
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Service-mindedness and reliability
- Ability to express oneself orally and in writing.
- Ability for personalised solutions
- Ability to work under pressure and adaptability
- Good general computer skills
- Icelandic proficiency at a minimum of level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- Good English skills
A requirement is that the individual has a clean criminal record. A record of good conduct is required, e.g. having an excellent reputation and ensuring that behaviour and actions, both at and outside of 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.