Application deadline from: 27.07.2026
Application deadline: 10.08.2026
Contact: ingibjorg@skardhlidarskoli.is
We are looking for a driven and dynamic school and after-school team to join us in our ambitious school work on a 60% basis.
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.
Skarðshlíðarskóli is a comprehensive school with pupils in Years 1 to 10. 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 the same building.
Key responsibilities and duties:
Educational and competency requirements:
A condition of employment is that the person has a clean criminal record.
For further information, please contact Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, Headteacher, on 6645871 or at ingibjorg@skardshlidarskoli.is, and Margrét Lilja Pálsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, on 6645861 or at margret@skardshlidarskoli.is.
The application deadline is 10 August 2026.
The remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.
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 a preventative approach.
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:
Education and competency requirements:
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 Association of Icelandic Local Authorities 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.
Öldutúnsskóli is looking for a form tutor for the middle years.
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:
Educational and competency requirements:
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 6 August 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.
Hvaleyrarskóli is seeking to appoint a leisure activities leader to the youth club, Verið. The appointment is from 24 August 2026.
The youth club, Verið, offers children and teenagers in Years 5 to 10 a venue for a wide range of fun leisure activities in the school building after the regular school day has finished. The work is based on youth democracy and a preventative approach. Verið provides a platform for open social activities, a structured programme, group work and various events organised by the staff together with the young people.
The job is for around 25 hours and is well-suited for students or those looking for extra work; the working hours are outside of normal working hours.
Key responsibilities and duties:
Educational and competency requirements:
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
The application deadline is 10 August 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.
The youth club Dalurinn at Engidalsskóli offers children in Years 5-7 a venue for a varied and enjoyable leisure activity programme in the school's premises after the regular school day has finished. The work is based on child democracy and a preventative approach. Dalurinn is a venue for open social activities, a structured programme, group work, and various events run by staff with the children.
The aim of the work is to create a platform where children have the opportunity to build their self-confidence and social skills by taking on responsibility and showing initiative and independence in their work.
The job is part-time, three days a week from 4-6 pm or 5-7 pm, and is well-suited for students or for those looking for a side job.
Key responsibilities and duties:
Participates in organising and shaping a varied programme
· Communication and collaboration with children
· Create a positive atmosphere based on respect and democratic working practices
· Support for children's initiatives, ensuring their safety and well-being
· Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
· Professional training, courses and/or some work experience is sufficient to acquire the required knowledge.
· Experience of working with children and young people
Knowledge of Icelandic
· Punctuality and organisational skills, initiative and the ability to work independently
· A wide range of interests that are useful in the work of youth centres
· General computer skills
· Good command of Icelandic, C1 proficiency according to the European Language Framework
A condition of employment is that the person has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is provided by Arnheiður Guðmundsóttir, Manager of the Leisure Centre, via email. arnheidurg@engidalsskoli.is
The application deadline is 10 August 2026.
A detailed CV must accompany the application.
The salary is in accordance with the 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.
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:
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.
Application deadline from: 14.07.2026
Application deadline: 31.12.2026
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:
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.
Application deadline from: 14.07.2026
Application deadline: 31.12.2026
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:
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.
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:
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.
Application deadline from: 16.07.2026
Application deadline: 31.12.2026
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:
The applicant must be 18 years of age. A clean criminal record is required, along with a record of good conduct, e.g. being
with a good reputation and that conduct and actions, both at and outside the workplace, are 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.
Lækjarskóli is looking to hire a school and leisure assistant on 40–50% terms until the end of the school year at the after-school club, Lækjarsel.
The Council has been in the position since August 2026.
This is a position involving providing support and assistance to pupils at the after-school club, Lækjarsel, every weekday afternoon. After regular school hours, pupils in Years 1-4 can attend the after-school club, Lækjarsel. Lækjarsel is based at the school. It offers a varied range of after-school activities and outdoor pursuits until 16:30 every weekday, regardless of a child's ability, developmental level or disability. A special emphasis is placed on being inclusive of all groups.
There is a possibility of a job on a games course next summer.
The motto of the School of Nursing is responsibility, respect and safety, and all school activities are reflected in these words. The school operates according to SMT School Skills, which means that the emphasis is on approaching pupils in a positive way, paying more attention to good behaviour and creating a positive school atmosphere.
Key responsibilities and duties:
Educational and competency requirements:
Job benefits:
A condition of employment is that the person has a clean criminal record.
Application deadline: 13 August 2026
Further information is available from Bjarnveig, the manager of the leisure centre. bjarnveig@laekjarskoli.is
The remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
Attention is drawn to the City of Hafnarfjörður's policy to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect diversity.
Application deadline from: 30.07.2026
Application deadline: 13.08.2026
Contact: Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir; margret@skardshlidarskoli.is
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.
Skarðshlíðarskóli is a comprehensive school with pupils in Years 1 to 10. 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 the same building.
Key responsibilities and duties:
Educational and competency requirements:
A condition of employment is that the person has a clean criminal record.
For further information, please contact Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir, Headteacher, on 6645871 or at ingibjorg@skardshlidarskoli.is, and Margrét Lilja Pálsdóttir, Deputy Headteacher, on 6645861 or at margret@skardshlidarskoli.is.
Application deadline 13 August 2026
The remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Hafnarfjörður Staff Association.
Attention is drawn to the policy of the City of Hafnarfjörður to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect the diversity of the community.
This is a 50-100% position which involves supporting and assisting students at the school.
Ásland School was established in 2001 and is located in the Ásland district of Hafnarfjörður. It is a comprehensive primary school with pupils from years 1 to 10, and has around 430 pupils. The motto of Áslandsskóli is cooperation, responsibility, consideration and trust. Áslandsskóli is a health-promoting school, and these matters are actively pursued within the school. Emphasis is placed on students receiving learning material at an appropriate level, thereby allowing them to purposefully develop their talents and abilities. The school focuses on student well-being and good academic achievement.
The school operates a SMT approach to school behaviour, which emphasises approaching pupils in a positive way, paying attention to good behaviour, strengthening and promoting positive relationships between pupils, and creating a positive school atmosphere.
Áslandsskóli is a mobile-phone-free school from Year 10 onwards.
The school bases its strategy on four pillars of learning and education, which are: All virtues, Global understanding, Service to the community, Excellence in all that we do.
Key responsibilities and duties:
Educational and competency requirements:
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Further information about the post is available from Unnur Elfa Guðmundsdóttir, Headteacher., unnur@aslandsskoli.is, and Halfdan Thorsteinsson, Deputy Headmaster halfdanth@aslandsskoli.is or by telephone on 585-4600.
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 14 August 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 for the city's workplaces to reflect the diversity of the community.
Application deadline from: 27.07.2026
Application deadline: 10.08.2026
Contact: maria@setbergsskoli.is
Setbergsskóli is looking for school and leisure staff with diverse skills and an interest in working with children at the after-school club Krakkaberg for the 2026–2027 school year. The position is 30-50% (%). The working hours are from 13:00 to 16:30, every weekday.
The after-school club is for pupils in Years 1 to 4 at Setbergsskóli. It offers an opportunity for children to stay on after the school day has finished.