Individual Support Worker – Part-time
Application deadline
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.
School and leisure assistant – Öldutúnsskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 21.05.2026
Application deadline: 04.06.2026
Contact: Margret Sverrisdóttir, Áslaug Hreiðarsdóttir
Öldutúnsskóli is looking for school and after-school staff for the 2026-2027 school year.
Öldutúnsskóli is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic school and leisure assistant for a 50% position at the Selið after-school club.
This is a part-time position involving providing support and assistance to pupils in Years 1–4 at the after-school club, Selin, on weekdays afternoons from 13:00 to 17:00. The role is well-suited as a side job alongside studies or another job.
Selið offers a wide range of leisure activities, with an emphasis on organised activities suitable for each individual. On school organisation days and on weekdays during the Christmas and Easter holidays, the after-school club is open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
At Öldutúnsskóli, we emphasise a creative and rewarding environment where everyone strives to make learning and work interesting and enjoyable. We place importance on a good working atmosphere, a variety of subjects, and strong teamwork.
The motto of the school is Respect, functionality and well-being and the school's work is based on these values. The school works according to the SMT philosophy of positive behaviour for learning and the Olweus programme against bullying and antisocial behaviour.
Öldutúnsskóli has around 580 pupils in Years 1 to 10.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Assistance with professional work with students.
- Work under the guidance of the next in command.
- Foster good discipline and positive communication.
- Participate in the planning, preparation and delivery of a diverse range of leisure activities.
- Promote the welfare of children in collaboration with parents and other professionals.
- Strive to involve everyone students, regardless of ability or development, to participate in a variety of activities and events.
- Attend to other tasks in accordance with the job description and instructions from the supervisor.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience and an interest in working with children.
- Agility in communication, flexibility and cooperativeness.
- Initiative and independence in work methods.
- A positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
- Interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment.
- Punctuality and conscientiousness.
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum of C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Further information is provided by Kristján Hans Óskarsson Director of the Leisure Centre or on 664-5712, Margret Sverrisdottir, head teacher, or Áslaug Hreiðarsdóttir or by telephone on 555-1546
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and STH.
The application deadline is 4 June 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.
Group leaders at the Hafnarfjörður Summer School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 21.05.2026
Application deadline: 04.06.2026
Contact: Maríanna Wathne Kristjánsdóttir
In the summer, the Hafnarfjörður Work Club is the largest workplace in the town. Working at the school offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and help to beautify the town's landscape in collaboration with young people. We are recruiting staff for summer jobs as group leaders for the general groups of the Work School, which operate from Hafnarfjörður's primary schools.
Key responsibilities and duties
- Managing the work of the youth work team and being a role model for young people.
- Guide students on working methods and procedures.
- Working with constructive communication and creating a team spirit within the student group.
- Submission of student timekeeping and performance assessments
- Other duties as described in the job description
Competency requirements
- An interest in working with young people and a willingness to take on a variety of tasks.
- Communication skills and the ability to be a good role model for students
- Knowledge of the work of a summer scheme or other experience of working with children or teenagers is an advantage.
- Experience in gardening and related maintenance is an advantage.
- A clean criminal record in accordance with the laws and regulations of the City of Hafnarfjörður.
- Applicants must be 20 years of age.
- Good knowledge of Icelandic and English, B2 level. Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Further information about the job
- Category managers start work on 4 June
- The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement of the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hlíf trade union.
- Group leaders of general primary school groups at the Hafnafjörður Summer School can work for a maximum of 300 hours.
- The working week for staff in Hafnarfjörður is 36 hours.
The application deadline is 4 June.
Further information is provided by Maríanna Wathne Kristjánsdóttir, supervisor of the Hafnarfjörður Work Club, via email. mariannak@hafnarfjordur.is
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.
Music Teacher / Performing Arts Teacher – Lækjarskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 09.06.2026
Contact: dogg@laekjarskoli.is
The School of Medicine is seeking a Music and Performing Arts Teacher. in 100% work
Lækjarskóli has a history dating back to 1877 and is situated in a beautiful, green environment by the stream in Hafnarfjörður. A new school building was constructed, bright and spacious, and opened in 2002. The school has a swimming pool and a sports hall, among other facilities. There are nearly 500 pupils. During the last academic year, we have been working systematically towards three main goals: staff satisfaction, standardised assessment, and information technology.
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.
A few years ago, the School of Medicine began implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL). UDL is a methodology based on the research of David Rose (Boston Harvard, 1984). 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, and the aim is to eliminate the barriers that stand in the way of student success and to get them to take an active part and take responsibility for their own learning.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Looking after students
- Championing the welfare and education of the children
- To develop, in collaboration with colleagues, progressive and professional work with a focus on diverse learning approaches.
- Other tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Primary school teaching licence (a copy of the licence must accompany the application)
- Experience of teaching music and/or performing arts in a primary school or music school is desirable.
- An advantage if the person plays a musical instrument and can lead a sing-along.
- Experience and knowledge of a variety of teaching methods
- Interest in teamwork
- Communication skills
- Originality and independence
- A burning passion for teaching
- Good computer skills
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
If this is something that interests you, do not hesitate to contact us at the School of Medicine.
Contact Daughter of Headmistress Gunnarsdottir, dogg@laekjarskoli.is .
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Association of Primary School Teachers.
The application deadline is 9 June 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
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 09.06.2026
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 9 June 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 Needs Teacher – Hvammur Nursery School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 09.06.2026
Contact: Guðrún Edda Bjarnadóttir
Hvammur Nursery School is looking for a special needs teacher for a part-time or 100% position.
Hvammur is a six-class nursery school in a sheltered and beautiful location at Staðarhvammur 23 in Hafnarfjörður, just above the Suðurbær swimming pool.
The nursery's motto is positive communication, equality and friendship.
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
- Organises and manages special educational provision in close collaboration with the Special Educational Needs Coordinator.
- 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:
- Licence as a specialist teacher (licence to accompany application)
- Experience in childcare and teaching is desirable.
- Good communication skills
- Initiative in work and professional ambition
- Independent and organised working methods
- Good knowledge of Icelandic
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
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.
Further information about the post is provided by Guðrún Edda Bjarnadóttir, Deputy Headteacher., gudrunedda@hafnarfjordur.is
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the City of Hafnarfjörður and the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities, and the Félag leikskólakennara (Association of Play School Teachers) on behalf of the KÍ.
The application deadline is 9 June 2026.
A curriculum vitae and the teacher's 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.
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
Leisure Activities Instructor – The Weather – Hvaleyrarskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 09.06.2026
Contact: Margret Heiða Magnúsdóttir
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:
- Participates in organising and shaping a varied programme.
- Extensive communication and collaboration with children and teenagers
- Create a positive atmosphere based on respect and democratic working practices.
- Support for the initiative of children and adolescents ensures 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 in leisure services
- 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 utilised in the work of community centres.
- General computer skills
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 9 June 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.
Supervising Teacher – Engidalsskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 09.06.2026
Contact: Margret Halldórsdóttir
Engidalsskóli is seeking a form tutor for a 100% post.
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 welfare and 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 the Uppeldi til ábyrgðar (Raising Achievement Through Responsibility) approach. We place great emphasis on literacy, and reading is the only homework students are set. 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 evident among 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 knowledge of the pedagogy of subjects for the lower and/or middle school levels, and of 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 9 June 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.
ICT Teaching Advisor – Hraunvallar School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 09.06.2026
Contact: Lars Jóhann Imsland
Hraunvallaskóli is seeking to appoint an ICT teaching consultant. The position is 50% (TP3T), but there is an opportunity to increase the contract by teaching at the school.
The Council is in office from 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 use 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:
- Overseeing the school's tablets in consultation with the council's IT department.
- Provides staff with teaching advice in their area of expertise: information technology, with a focus on the use of tablets (iPad).
- Assists in the preparation of lesson plans and participates in the development of the school curriculum relating to information technology.
- Monitors the school's strategic direction in the use of information technology in school activities, in collaboration with the Development and IT Department of the City of Hafnarfjörður and the Office of the Education and Public Health Department.
- Manages the school's tablets for use in teaching and assists students with their use.
- The Development and IT Department is available to assist with the resolution of technical problems that may arise within the school. A liaison with the Development and IT Department is available to assist with the resolution of technical problems that may arise within the school.
- Advises school leaders on information and communication technology in primary school work.
- Other tasks that a manager assigns to an employee and which are related to their area of responsibility.
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teacher's licence
- Further education in project management and/or information technology is desirable.
- Extensive teaching experience in primary school
- Experience in project management is desirable.
- Experience in teaching advisory is desirable
- Good knowledge of Icelandic, C1 language standard ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
A clean criminal record is a condition.
Further information about the post is available from Lars Jóhann Imsland, Headteacher, at lars@hraunvallaskoli.is. and Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is, on telephone 590 2800.
The application deadline is 9 June 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.
Team Leader, Human Resources
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 26.05.2026
Application deadline: 04.06.2026
Contact: Lind Einarsdóttir
Hafnarfjörður is seeking a strong and ambitious Human Resources Team Manager for a full-time position. The role reports to the Head of Human Resources and does not involve line management. The team leader has project-based supervision.
This is a varied role with challenging tasks, where initiative, independence and organisational skills are required.
The HR Team Leader is part of the HR team, which provides advice and training to the managers and staff of the City of Hafnarfjörður, among other things. The HR team is ambitious when it comes to moving forward, implementing innovations, simplifying processes and making services for managers and staff more efficient and better. We can promise an interesting and ambitious working environment with plenty of exciting projects and opportunities for innovation.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Participates in the planning, development and strategic work of human resources.
- Support, advice and training for managers regarding personnel matters
- Interpretation, advice and implementation of collective agreements and legislation, particularly in the field of employment law.
- Provides training for managers on human resources matters and promotes targeted training that supports the operations of the town's departments.
- Various information provision and processing related to employees' terms and conditions and rights.
- Monitors the implementation of human resources matters and makes recommendations for improvements where appropriate.
- Project management and participation in working groups on human resources matters, both within and outside the town.
- Takes the initiative in developing and innovating in human resources.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- University education (B.A./B.S) which is relevant to the role.
- Postgraduate degree (M.Sc. / M.A.) which is relevant to the role, e.g. in the field of human resource management.
- Proven experience in HR and management consultancy, a minimum of 5 years.
- Experience in interpreting collective agreements
- Experience of public sector recruitment
- Knowledge and experience in resolving disputes
- Knowledge and experience of public administration
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Initiative, independence and organisational skills
- Good command of Icelandic and English
Human Resources and Payroll Department has professional leadership and overseeing human resources– and wagesMatters of the City of Hafnarfjörður. Liability for strategic planning, oversight and follow-up of the implementation of human resources matters, labour relations, jCases concerning the right to abortiona and Interpretation of collective agreements and employment law
Salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and BHM.
Further information about the role and salary is provided by Lind Einarsdóttir, Human Resources Manager., linde@hafnarfjordur.is
The application deadline is 4 June 2026.
A detailed CV, covering letter and certificates should 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.
Children's Well-being Contact – Hraunvallar School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 28.05.2026
Application deadline: 11.06.2026
Contact: Lars Jóhann Imsland
Hraunvallaskóli is looking to hire a Children's Wellbeing Coordinator for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The appointment will commence on 1 August and is for a fixed term of one year. The appointment is for 50%, but there is the possibility of an increase in hours through other roles within the school, such as teaching.
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 Hraunvallar School are friendship, cooperation and responsibility.
The aim of the role of the child welfare liaison in nurseries and primary schools is to ensure that pupils and parents who need it have ready access to appropriate, integrated services.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Provide parents and students who need it with information about integrated well-being services.
- Organise, coordinate and follow up on first-line integration services following the initial assessment.
- To assess and/or consult on the need for second or third-tier services and thereby appoint a case manager.
- Promote the participation of parents and students in decision-making and resources
- Collaboration and training for school governors, teachers and other school staff
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching qualification/regulated professional qualification in a healthcare profession or comparable education relevant to working with children and families.
- Postgraduate studies in child welfare are an advantage.
- Substantial experience of working with children and, where appropriate, their families.
- Knowledge of project management is an advantage.
- Knowledge of early and practical tools to support students
- Skills in Consultation in Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
- Good knowledge of Icelandic and English, or C1, according to European language framework
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, adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is, on telephone 590 2800.
The application deadline is 11 June 2026.
A detailed CV should accompany the application, along with educational documents.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the relevant trade 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.
Lower School Form Tutor – The School of Medicine
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 29.05.2026
Application deadline: 12.06.2026
Contact: Guðbjörg Dögg Gunnarsdóttir
The School of Medicine is advertising for a teacher for the early years stage for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Lækjarskóli has a history dating back to 1877 and is situated in a beautiful, green environment by the Lækjará river in Hafnarfjörður. A new school building was constructed, bright and spacious, and opened in 2002. The school has a swimming pool and a sports hall, among other facilities. There are nearly 500 pupils in total, of whom almost 140 are in the upper school.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Providing general supervision and teaching at the primary level using a variety of teaching methods.
- Working on the development of UDL and other school development at Lækjarskóli in collaboration with the school community.
- Promoting the well-being of students in partnership with the school community
- Working according to SMT school skills
- Take part in the school's strategic planning.
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Licence to use the professional title of primary school teacher (a licence must accompany the application)
- Experience and knowledge of a variety of teaching methods for the early years is desirable.
- Aptitude for communication and flexibility in work
- 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 Self-assessment framework
- Extensive computer skills and a good knowledge of G-Suite and Mentor.
- Interest in team teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Initiative and autonomy in work methods
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
For further information, please contact Dögg Gunnarsdóttir, Headteacher., dogg@laekjarskoli.is
The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Association of Primary School Teachers.
The application deadline is 12 June 2026.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
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.
School and leisure assistant – Skarðshlíðarskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 18.05.2026
Application deadline: 01.06.2026
Contact: Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir
We are looking for a driven and dynamic school and after-school team to join us in our ambitious school work, on a 60 to 70 per cent 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:
- Assisting with general classroom work under the guidance of a teacher
- Receives students in the morning
- Assisting in the dining hall and with meal preparation.
- Covers break time supervision, escort and supervision during the daily school routine.
- Carries out patrol and monitoring of the premises and equipment, and keeps corridors and toilets tidy throughout the day.
- Works with students with specific difficulties
- Other tasks as per the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Experience of working with children is desirable.
- A great interest and ambition to work with children
- 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 of C1 according to the ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
- General computer skills
The Council is in office from 10 August 2026
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 1 June 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 City of Hafnarfjörður's policy to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and to ensure that its workplaces reflect diversity.
Children's Well-being Contact – Áslandsskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 15.05.2026
Application deadline: 29.05.2026
Contact: unnur@aslandsskoli.is
Áslandsskóli is seeking to appoint a Children's Well-being Coordinator for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Ásland School was established in 2001 and is located in the Ásland district of Hafnarfjörður. It is a comprehensive 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 issues are actively addressed within the school. Emphasis is placed on students receiving a curriculum appropriate to their ability, thereby allowing them to systematically develop their talents and skills. The school focuses on student well-being and good academic achievement.
The school operates a SMT approach to school behaviour, which focuses on approaching pupils in a positive way, paying attention to good behaviour, reinforcing and encouraging positive relationships between pupils, and creating a positive school atmosphere.
The school bases its policy on four pillars of learning and education, which are:
All virtues, Global understanding, Service to the community, Doing everything excellently well
The appointment will commence on 1 August and is for a fixed term of one year. The appointment is for 50% of full-time, with the possibility of an increase to the working hours in other roles within the school, such as teaching.
The aim of the role of the child welfare liaison in nurseries and primary schools is to ensure that pupils and parents who need it have ready access to appropriate, integrated services.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Provide parents and students who need it with information about integrated well-being services.
- Organise, coordinate and follow up on first-tier integration services following the initial assessment.
- To assess and/or consult on the need for second or third-tier services and thereby appoint a case manager.
- Promote the participation of parents and students in decision-making and resources
- Collaboration and training for school leaders, teachers and other school staff
- Other duties as described in the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching qualification/regulated professional qualification in a healthcare profession or comparable education relevant to working with children and families.
- Postgraduate studies in child welfare are an advantage.
- Substantial experience of working with children and, where appropriate, their families.
- Knowledge of project management is an advantage.
- Knowledge of early and practical tools to support students
- Skills in Consultation in Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Interpersonal skills and a positive attitude
- Good knowledge of Icelandic and English, or C1, according to the European Language Framework.
A clean criminal record is required upon employment.
Further information about the post is provided by Unnur Elfa Guðmundsdóttir, Headteacher., unnur@aslandsskoli.is, and Halfdan Thorsteinsson, Deputy Headmaster halfdanth@aslandsskoli.is or by telephone on 585-4600.
The application deadline is 29 May 2026.
A detailed CV should accompany the application, along with educational documents.
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the relevant trade 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.
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 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
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.
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 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 – 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 positions are not responded to individually, but all applications are treated in confidence.
The application does not apply to summer jobs or employment initiatives.
Social Care Home Care Assistant – Summer Job
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 27.05.2026
Application deadline: 31.05.2026
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 31 May 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.
Home Care Worker – Summer Job
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 27.05.2026
Application deadline: 31.05.2026
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 31 May 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.
Lower School Form Tutor – Hraunvallaskolinn
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 28.05.2026
Application deadline: 11.06.2026
Contact: lars@hraunvallaskoli.is
Hraunvallaskóli is looking for a teacher to serve as a form tutor in the early years 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 the primary level, 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.
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, 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 has been extended to 11 June. 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 – Tjarnarás Nursery School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 27.05.2026
Application deadline: 10.06.2026
Contact: Eygló Sif Halldórsdóttir
Tjarnarás Nursery School is looking to hire a full-time teacher from 1 August 2026.
Tjarnarás Nursery School is a four-unit nursery school in Áslandið, where the unspoilt nature is close at hand. The main focus of the school's work is the children's participation, initiative and creativity, with free play taking priority. The school's policy is based on 'Uppeldi til ábyrgðar' and is guided by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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
- Very good knowledge of Icelandic, at a minimum C1 according to the ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int), ETM Self-Assessment Framework
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority for nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
- Travel grant
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
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.
Further information about the post is provided by Eygló Sif Halldórsdóttir, Head Teacher., eyglosif@hafnarfjordur.is or Anna Svanhildur Daníelsdóttir, Deputy Head Teacher, annada@hafnarfjordur.is Telephone 5659710
Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement between the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities and the Icelandic Teachers' Association (Félag leikskólakennara).
The application deadline is 18 May 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.
General summer jobs for those born in 2008 and older – Hafnarfjörður Work Camp
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 01.05.2026
Application deadline: 30.06.2026
Contact: Maríanna Wathne Kristjánsdóttir
Hafnarfjörður's Work School is recruiting general summer staff for two roles: assistant team leader in general gardening groups with young people, and for general summer jobs with various associations in Hafnarfjörður that partner with the Work School.
Key responsibilities and duties.
- To be a role model for young people
- Participation and guidance in children's group activities in the field
- Assistance for Group Leaders of Work Experience Groups/Play Schemes
- Other duties as described in the job description
Competency requirements
- Interest in working with young people/children
- Experience of working with children and young people is an advantage.
- A clean criminal record in accordance with the laws and regulations of the City of Hafnarfjörður.
- Icelandic and English proficiency, A1 according to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Further information about the job
- The salary is in accordance with the collective agreement of the Federation of Icelandic Municipalities and the Hlíf trade union.
Applications for general summer jobs at the work school are not responded to individually, but all applications are treated as confidential.
Further information is provided by the office of the Hafnarfjörður Summer Job Scheme via email. vinnuskolinn@hafnarfjordur.is
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.
Woodwork Teacher – Hraunvallar School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 27.05.2026
Application deadline: 11.06.2026
Contact: Lars Jóhann Imsland Hilmarsson
Hraunvallaskóli is looking for a primary school teacher to teach design and construction in 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 Hraunvallaskolinn and complete it at the age of sixteen. Hraunvallar School operates according to the philosophy of the open school, and the building has been 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. Teachers work together in teams during lessons and in the planning and preparation of teaching. Pupils in the same year group are in common tutorial groups with a shared form tutor in their home areas. The values of Hraunvallar School are Friendship – Cooperation – Responsibility.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Teach design and construction 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
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teaching licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Experience of teaching 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.
The job share is 50-100% and the employee is expected to start on 1 August 2026.
A condition of employment is that the applicant has a clean criminal record.
Further information about the post is provided by Lars J. Imsland, Headteacher., lars@hraunvallaskoli.is, Aðalbjörg Sigurðardóttir, Deputy Headteacher adalbjorgs@hraunvallaskoli.is or by telephone on 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 has been extended to 11 June 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.
Head of Support Services – Setbergsskóli
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 15.05.2026
Application deadline: 29.05.2026
Contact: maria@setbergsskoli.is
The position of Support Services Manager at Setbergsskóli is now open for application.
Setbergsskóli was founded in 1989 and has around 420 pupils. The school also runs a special unit for children with autism. It is situated in beautiful surroundings which offer great opportunities for outdoor activities.
A good working atmosphere and positive communication characterise the staff team, and the well-being of students and staff is always our guiding principle. The school undertakes ambitious work with a special emphasis on a diverse learning environment, literacy, creativity, democracy, and constructive feedback. All students in Years 6 to 10 have their own tablet, and younger students also have access to such devices.
The school's motto is Respect, Openness 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. Further information about the school and the vibrant work carried out there can be found on the school's website, setbergsskoli.is.
The applicant must have leadership skills, a good and extensive knowledge of school operations and an ambitious vision for the school. The Head of Department sits on the school's management team, is a professional leader and manages Support services within schools for pupils with special needs.
Key responsibilities and duties:
- Organises and manages the school's support services
- Leads the development of individual study plans and acts as an advisor in their creation.
- Is there a professional adviser for the school's general teachers regarding the planning of lessons?
- Works to develop the school's operations in collaboration with other managers and colleagues.
- Promoting the well-being of students in partnership with parents and professionals.
- Works in accordance with the school's policy on SMT school skills.
- Other tasks as per the job description
Educational and competency requirements:
- Teacher's licence (copy of licence to be attached to the application)
- Further Education in Special Education
- Management education desirable
- Experience of organisation and special tuition in a primary school is an advantage.
- A positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
- Initiative and independence in work methods and good organisational skills
- Positivity and an interest in working in a creative and ambitious environment
- Punctuality and conscientiousness
- Professional ambition and flexibility in work
A clean criminal record is a condition of employment.
A detailed CV and licence certificate must accompany the application.
The application deadline is 29 May 2026.
The advice is to do so as soon as possible.
Information about the job is provided by María Pálmadóttir, Headteacher, on telephone 5651011 or via email. maria@setbergsskoli.is.
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 City of Hafnarfjörður's policy to equalise the gender balance in employment with the city and for its workplaces to reflect the diversity of the community.
Teachers – Hamravellir Health Nursery School
Application deadline
Application deadline from: 29.05.2026
Application deadline: 12.06.2026
Contact: Hildur Arnar Bjargardóttir
Hamravellir Health Nursery School is looking to hire a teacher for sports and outdoor learning.
At Heilsuleikskólinn Hamravöllum, a team of professional and fun-loving staff are looking for some extra help. We are looking for a teacher to deliver PE and outdoor learning, working in collaboration with others.
Hamravellir is located inland in Völlunum, Hafnarfjörður, where there is easy access to unspoilt nature. Hamravellir is a health nursery school where the emphasis is on a healthy diet, outdoor activities, exercise and creativity. The nursery school's motto is movement, creativity and well-being. The nursery school's values are play and care.
If staff with a teaching qualification cannot be found, it may be considered to appoint 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 have a teaching qualification.
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 tasks as per the job description and as assigned by a superior.
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
- Experience in PE and/or outdoor education is an advantage.
- Very good Icelandic skills, at a minimum C1 according to ETM Self-Assessment Framework (coe.int)
Job benefits:
- Fitness grant
- 75% discount on nursery fees
- Priority in nursery school
- Library card
- Swimming map
A clean criminal record is a condition.
The application deadline is 12 June 2026.
Further information about the jobs is provided by Hildur Arnar Bjargardóttir, the nursery head teacher., hildurarnar@hafnarfjordur.is or by telephone on 464-4640.
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.