Cover work in primary schools and music schools
Application deadline
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 roles are not responded to individually.
The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.
Occupational therapist or university-qualified specialist for short-term stays - Svöluhraun
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 10.07.2026
Application deadline: 21.07.2026
Contact: Thorsteinn Már Bogason
Recruitment of an occupational therapist or another university-educated specialist for short-term stays for disabled children – Svöluhraun
The Municipality of Hafnarfjörður is seeking to hire an occupational therapist or a staff member with comparable qualifications for the role. The short-term stay is for disabled children and young people, and the length of their stay varies. The role of the short-term placement is to provide support to children and their families. During their stay, the children and young people receive assistance with their daily tasks, and enjoy care and recreational activities.
The job is 80-100% and is shift work; the successful candidate must be able to work mornings, evenings, nights and weekends, every other weekend. Work is carried out according to a philosophy. Servant leadership. The successful candidate must be able to start work on 1 October 2026.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Implements the role and objectives of the post
- Responsible for planning, coordination, programming, reporting, information dissemination, advisory services, training and communication with other institutions.
- Performs the professional duties of the department under the direction of the head of department.
- Participates in training and professional support for staff in their daily work.
- Promoting the effectiveness, welfare and well-being of service users
- General household chores
- Provides disabled people with personalised, individual support in their daily lives.
- Implement and monitor service plans as well as the work plan.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Higher education in occupational therapy, social sciences, or other relevant fields. Professional qualification in a relevant field.
- Experience in a similar role working with disabled people is desirable.
- Collaboration and organisational skills
- Autonomy in work, initiative and conscientiousness.
- Good interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and a strong service-mindedness.
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement.
- Good computer skills
- Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement, A2 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
The applicant must have a clean criminal record.
The application must be accompanied by a detailed CV and a licence certificate.
Further information about the role is available from Þorsteinn Már Bogason, thorsteinnmb@hafnarfjordur.is
Salary is in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the relevant trade union.
The application deadline is 21 July 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.
Hreiðrið Youth Centre is looking for youth workers for the winter of 2026-2027.
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 09.07.2026
Application deadline: 03.08.2026
Contact: svalae@hafnarfjordur.is
The Nest is located at the Learning Centre by the Stream and is open to all young people aged 16-25. The Nest is a venue for open social activities, a structured programme, group work and various events that staff run with young people. The work is based on youth democracy and is preventative in nature.
The Hreiðrið has access to the facilities of the Innovation Centre, which is also in the building, including a tech workshop with a 3D printer, laser cutter and heat press, an art space and a recording studio. Skill and experience in these areas, or in other creative work, is therefore a great advantage.
This is a 25-40% position. The nursery is open from 14:00 to 22:00, Monday to Thursday, and from 17:00 to 22:00 on Fridays. We are looking for staff for 17:00-22:00 shifts on all weekdays; the number of shifts is by arrangement.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Planning and implementation of a varied programme in collaboration with young people and other staff.
- Positive interaction and engagement with young people
- Create a positive atmosphere based on respect and democratic working practices.
- Promote the welfare and social development of young people
- Other tasks as per the job description
Education and competency requirements:
- Experience of working with young people is desirable.
- Experience of any kind of creative work is desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Initiative, positivity and conscientiousness
- Interest in youth affairs
- Icelandic proficiency A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
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 Svala Eyjólfsdóttir, svalae@hafnarfjordur.is.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
The application deadline is 3 August 2026.
A detailed CV and covering letter 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 – Álfasteinn Nursery School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 07.07.2026
Application deadline: 21.07.2026
Contact: Inga Líndal Finnbogadóttir, Jónína Rósa Ragnarsdóttir
The nursery school Álfasteinn is looking to hire a full-time teacher from 7 August 2026.
Álfasteinn is a four-unit nursery school with 62 children, located on Holtinu where there is easy access to unspoilt nature. The nursery's policies and priorities are in the spirit of John Dewey, alongside a purposeful use of Caroline Pratt's unit blocks. Emphasis is placed on a varied learning environment, collaboration and ambitious professional practice. We work according to the SMT School Competencies, where the focus is on approaching children in a positive way and creating positive and constructive interactions. Our aim is to be an outstanding nursery school!
PlaygroundThe authorities of Hafnarfjörður have introduced better working hours, based on a 36-hour working week for all staff. Staff in the Association of Early Years Educators and the Association of Occupational Therapists have opted for an arrangement whereby their academic year is comparable to that of primary school teachers. These staff members therefore take reduced working hours around Christmas and New Year, during the winter break in primary schools, in the week before Easter, and with longer periods off in the summer.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Working with the upbringing and education of nursery school children
- Taking part in the planning of professional work
- Participating in parent collaboration in consultation with the Head of Year
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (attached)
- Experience in childcare and teaching is desirable.
- Good communication skills
- Initiative in work and professional ambition
- Independent and organised working methods
- Excellent Icelandic skills are a requirement; a minimum of C1 according to the ETM self-assessment framework (coe.int)
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
If a qualified teacher cannot be found, consideration will be given to appointing a university graduate or an individual with experience of working with children, in accordance with Act No. 95/2019. We encourage interested applicants to apply.
ConditionIt is a requirement that the person has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is available from Inga Líndal, Nursery Manager., ingalindal@hafnarfjordur.is and Jónína Rósa Ragnarsdóttir, Deputy Head Teacher, joninarosa@hafnarfjordur.is
A curriculum vitae and the teacher's licence must accompany the application.
The terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association.
Application deadline: 21 July 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 assistant at Drekasel – Hraunvallaskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 01.07.2026
Application deadline: 15.07.2026
Contact: Lars Jóhann Imsland Hilmarsson
Hraunvallaskóli is looking to hire a School and Leisure Assistant for a 50/50 school and leisure role at the Drekasel after-school club.
This is a position involving providing support and assistance to students at the after-school club Drekaseli, which is an after-school facility for children with autism, from 13:00 to 16:30 on weekdays. A particular focus of the role is to cater to all children, and it is important that thethe applicant has jAn attitude of determination towards students with multiple needs and a belief in the ability of each individual.
Hraunvallar School is unique in that both a nursery and a primary school are run within its walls. The school operates according to the Open School philosophy, and the building has been designed with this in mind. The values of Hraunvallar School are friendship, cooperation and responsibility. Further information about the school can be found on the website. www.hraunvallaskoli.is
The employment percentage is 50%, with the possibility of an increase to 100% by also working at Hraunvallaskóli or Hraunborg (a department for children with autism) as a school and leisure assistant for the morning. The council has been in office since 10 August.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Assistance with professional work with students
- Works under guidance from the next senior manager.
- Fosters good discipline and positive communication
- Monitors and assists students in play and work.
- To involve as many people as possible, regardless of ability or development, in a variety of activities and to take full part in the activities and events that are organised.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience of working with children is desirable.
- Icelandic proficiency A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- 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
Further information about the post is provided by Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is, Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, Deputy Headteacher, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is and Arnbjörg Mist Ásgeirsdóttir, Head of the Leisure Centre, arnbjorga@hraunvallaskoli.is or by telephone on 590 2800.
The remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
The application deadline is 15 July 2026.
Attention is drawn to the City of Hafnarfjörður's policy to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and for its workplaces to reflect diversity.
Recruitment of an occupational therapist or another university-educated specialist to work at a residential unit for people with disabilities – Drekavellir
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 06.07.2026
Application deadline: 13.07.2026
Contact: Berglind Brynjarsdóttir
Hafnarfjörður is seeking to hire an occupational therapist or a staff member with comparable qualifications for the role. This is a rewarding position within a home for people with disabilities, located in Völlunum. The work is carried out in accordance with the philosophy of Supported Guidance and Independent Living.
An exciting and enjoyable role with a variety of tasks on a shift pattern. The successful candidate must be able to work morning, evening and weekend shifts. We are seeking an employee for 40–80 hours per week. The successful candidate must be able to start work in August.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Implements the role and objectives of the unit
- Performs the professional duties of the department under the direction of the head of department.
- Participates in training and professional support for the staff's daily work.
- Promote the effectiveness, welfare and well-being of the service user
- 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 that a manager assigns to an employee
Competency requirements:
- Higher education in occupational therapy, social sciences or other relevant fields. A professional licence in the relevant field.
- Experience of similar work with disabled people is desirable.
- Collaboration and organisational skills
- Autonomy in work, initiative and conscientiousness
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Icelandic proficiency A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Good computer skills
- Physical ability to carry out demanding tasks in the workplace
- Driving licence a condition
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
The application must be accompanied by a detailed CV and a licence to practise.
Further information about the post: Berglind Brynjarsdóttir, Head Occupational Therapist, telephone: 664-5726, email: berglindbr@hafnarfjordur.is
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
The application deadline has been extended and is now until 13 July 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.
Teacher – Hraunvallar Nursery School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.06.2026
Application deadline: 26.07.2026
Contact: Pálína Hildur Sigurðardóttir
Hraunvallar Nursery School is looking to hire a full-time teacher from 4 August 2026.
Hraunvallar Nursery School is located in Völlunum, Hafnarfjörður, in the same building as Hraunvalla School, which promotes an integrated education for the 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 child's active participation in their learning, with an emphasis on play and social engagement. The school uses the SMT (Social Management and Teaching) approach, where desirable behaviour is highlighted with specific praise and rewards. Clear instructions are a guiding principle, and good communication is actively cultivated.
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, Head of the Nursery, palinas@hraunvallaskoli.is and Ásrún Sigrid Steindórsdóttir Olsen, Deputy Head Teacher, asrunst@hafnarfjordur.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 26 July 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.
Staff member at a short-term residential facility for disabled people – Hnotubergi
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 25.06.2026
Application deadline: 12.07.2026
Contact: hildurh@hafnarfjordur.is
Short-term stays are for disabled young people who stay for varying lengths of time. The aim and purpose of a short-term stay is to provide young people and their families with support with their daily tasks.
A varied and exciting job opportunity is available on a shift pattern. The position is 80-100% (TP3T). This involves working shifts, including mornings, evenings, nights and weekends. The work is based on the Servant-Leadership philosophy. The appointment is from 1 September 2026.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing service users with support with activities of daily living
- Follow plans and procedures
- Striving to enhance the quality of life and independence of disabled people and to promote their empowerment.
- General household chores
- Have fun at work and be a role model for others
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and Competency Requirements:
- Experience in a comparable role
- Interest in the affairs of disabled people
- Service-mindedness and positivity at work
- Interpersonal skills
- Initiative and conscientiousness
- Independent working methods and flexibility in work
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement, A2 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
- Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is available from Hildur Harðardóttir, Head Occupational Therapist, on: 565-2545, email: hildurh@hafnarfjordur.is
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Icelandic Association of Local Authorities and the relevant trade union.
The application deadline is 12 July 2026.
The application should be accompanied by a detailed CV.
Attention is drawn to the City of Hafnarfjörður's policy to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city, so that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.
Developmental educator wanted for a short-term residential facility for disabled young people – Hnotubergi
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 25.06.2026
Application deadline: 12.07.2026
Contact: hildurh@hafnarfjordur.is
The Municipality of Hafnarfjörður is seeking to hire an occupational therapist to work at a short-term residential facility for disabled young people, located in the Setbergshverfi district. It is desirable that the successful candidate can start work on 1 September.
The job share is 80-90% and the work is in shifts. Working hours include morning, evening and weekend shifts. The work is carried out in accordance with the Servant-Leadership philosophy.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Implements the role and objectives of the post
- Responsible for planning, coordination, budgeting, reporting, information dissemination, advice, education and communication with other organisations.
- To promote the effectiveness, welfare and well-being of service users, seeking to increase the quality of life and independence of disabled people and to promote their empowerment.
- Implement and monitor service plans as well as the work plan.
- Other duties as described in the job description.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Occupational therapist education and professional licence as an occupational therapist.
- Experience of organising professional work in the field of occupational therapy
- Collaboration and organisational skills
- Initiative, conscientiousness, interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and a strong service-mindedness
- Physical ability to carry out tasks in the workplace
- Knowledge of Icelandic is a requirement, A2 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
The applicant must have a clean criminal record.
Further information about the role is provided by Hildur Harðardóttir, Senior Development Coach, on: 565-2545, email: hildurh@hafnarfjordur.is
The application deadline is until and including 12 July 2026
The application must be accompanied by a detailed CV and a licence certificate.
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.
Nursery Manager – Hvammur Nursery
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 25.06.2026
Application deadline: 14.07.2026
Contact: Arnny Steindóra Steindórsdóttir
A strong and professional leader is sought for the position of Head Teacher at Hvammur Nursery. We are looking for an individual with excellent teamwork skills, a solution-oriented approach, and a clear vision for maintaining an ambitious nursery practice.
Hvammur is a six-class nursery school in the south town of Hafnarfjörður. The school's values are Positive communication, equality and friendship and are reflected in all the nursery's work. At Hvammur, we work in the spirit of the Hjalli approach, and the nursery's groups are organised by age and gender. The nursery uses open-ended and creative materials that are the same across all groups, ensuring all children have equal access to the space and play equipment. At Hvammur, the developmental philosophy 'Parenting for Responsibility' is used, which encourages a sense of responsibility and self-control. Furthermore, the philosophy helps staff to standardise their approach to communication and discipline, and to foster friendship.
Hafnarfjörður has around 30,000 inhabitants. The municipality runs 17 nurseries and has service contracts with two more. The Municipality of Hafnarfjörður is a health-promoting workplace and supports the health of its employees in a variety of ways.
The aim of the Education and Public Health Department is to be a professional and progressive force in education, youth and sports affairs, to provide children and families in the town with a comprehensive service, and to promote continuity in all its work, with the well-being of residents as its guiding principle.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Operates in accordance with the laws and regulations for preschools, other relevant legislation, the National Curriculum for Preschools and the educational policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður.
- To provide the nursery school with professional leadership in teaching and development.
- To manage and be responsible for the daily operations and running of the nursery.
- Bear operational responsibility for ensuring the nursery's operations are within the budget.
- Responsible for staff recruitment and the creation of work reports, organising staff working hours and work arrangements.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teacher's licence
- Postgraduate education in management and/or educational sciences is an advantage.
- Management experience and extensive knowledge/experience of nursery work.
- Leadership skills
- Interest in school development and professional ambition
- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
- Knowledge of business and public administration
- Independent working methods and initiative in work
- Good command of Icelandic and English
- Good computer skills and knowledge of necessary systems
Further information is provided by Árný Steindóra Steindórsdóttir, Head of Early Childhood Education., arnyst@hafnarfjordur.is
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Union.
The application deadline is 14 July 2026.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Applications for the post must be accompanied by a detailed CV and a covering letter outlining the reason for applying, the applicant's previous employment, education, management experience, and ability to perform the duties of a nursery manager, along with a copy of their qualification certificate.
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
Application deadline from: 23.06.2026
Application deadline: 12.07.2026
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 Self-assessment framework
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
If qualified teachers cannot be recruited, university graduates or individuals with experience of working with children may be considered for employment, in accordance with Act No. 95/2019. We encourage interested applicants to apply.
A clean criminal record is a condition.
Further information about the post is available from Sverrir Jörstad Sverrisson, Head of the Nursery School, at sverrirs@hafnarfjordur.is. or by telephone on 555-0721
Application deadline: 12 July 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.
Individual Support Worker – Part-time
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 08.06.2026
Application deadline: 31.08.2026
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. Please note that we are not recruiting for a summer position only.
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.
Relief work – Disability matters
Application deadline
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 roles are not responded to individually.
The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.
Other temporary cover jobs
Application deadline
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 roles are not responded to individually.
The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.
Relief work in nurseries
Application deadline
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 roles are not responded to individually.
The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.
Staff member for short-term stay for disabled children – Svöluhraun
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 10.07.2026
Application deadline: 21.07.2026
Contact: Thorsteinn Már Bogason
Hafnarfjörður is looking to hire cheerful and enthusiastic staff for a short-term stay for children with disabilities. The position is 60-70% full-time on a shift basis, and the successful candidate must be able to work morning, evening, night and weekend shifts, every other weekend. The successful candidate must be able to start work on 1 October.
The ideology is followed. Servant leadership.
Short-term care is for disabled children and young people, and the length of their stay varies. The purpose of short-term care is to provide support to children and their families. During their stay, the children and young people receive help with their daily tasks, and enjoy care and recreational activities.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Assisting disabled children with activities of daily living and care
- Organise activities and engage children and young people in various leisure activities.
- Communication with parents
- General household chores
- Other tasks as per the job description
Competency requirements:
- Experience in a similar role is an advantage.
- A sincere interest in the affairs of disabled children
- Important qualities are flexibility, conscientiousness, tact and a positive attitude.
- Imagination
- Interpersonal skills
- Icelandic proficiency A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- The job requires good physical fitness.
The condition is that the person has reached the age of 20 and has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the role is available from Þorsteinn Már Bogason, thorsteinnmb@hafnarfjordur.is
The application deadline is 21 July 2026.
Salary in accordance with the current collective agreement between the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.