Careers at REED

Gain nationally recognised qualifications free of charge!

If you’d love a career in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) but have limited or no experience, please get in touch! 

We offer traineeships for Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (for the Assistant Educator role) and traineeships for the Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (for the Qualified Educator role) through your preferred Registered Training Organisation. A traineeship with REED means that you can get paid, receive on the job experience and support from staff who have experience in the industry, and undertake your study completely free of charge at the same time!

Benefits & Perks

Grow Your Career

Access professional development, mentoring, and clear career pathways to help you grow within the early childhood sector.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your personal and family needs, while doing meaningful work in your community.

Above Award Pay Rates

We value your skills and experience, offering pay rates above the award to recognise your contribution.

Friendly & Supportive Network

Be part of a warm, welcoming team that values collaboration, respect, and shared learning.

Collaborative Work Environment

Work alongside passionate educators and leaders who support each other to deliver the best outcomes for children.

Be Recognised For Your Work

Your dedication won’t go unnoticed. We celebrate and value the impact our team members make every day.

Every Child Care Service Is Unique

No two services are the same. We embrace each community’s identity, creating environments that reflect local needs and values.

Help Children Thrive

Make a lasting difference by supporting children to feel safe, grow with confidence, and reach their full potential.

Employee Assistance Program

Access confidential support for your wellbeing through our free Employee Assistance Program, available to all staff.

Community Voices

Attend our Annual Educator Conference

Every year you will join REED educators from across WA in being paid to attend a two day conference in Perth.  At the conference you’ll enjoy interesting professional development and wellbeing workshops, as well as benefit from paid accommodation, food/meals and mileage to and from the conference.

Superb Lifestyle Benefits

Live in a friendly country community in the Wheatbelt, Midwest or South West that is still within easy driving distance to Perth, or make a tree-change and discover the beautiful surrounds of the Great Southern or Goldfields-Esperance regions. You’ll get away from traffic noise and congestion, enjoy some beautiful reserves on your weekends, and your kids will have plenty of space to play. You’ll be part of a community and you’ll enjoying forming friendships in towns offering an abundance of sporting and social opportunities as well as very low crime rates. or make a tree-change and discover the beautiful surrounds of the Great Southern or Goldfields-Esperance regions.

Visa Sponsorship for an Early Childhood Career in Australia

Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa
 (Labour Agreement Stream)

REED can sponsor eligible candidates already living in Australia under ANZSCO Code 421111 to work in child care for 1 to 5 years. To qualify, you must:


• Have 2 years of full-time equivalent experience in a permanent role
• Hold an overseas Diploma approved under the National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Have an IELTS English score of at least 6
• If your qualification isn’t recognised by ACECQA, you can request an assessment for equivalency to the Australian Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa 
(Non‑Labour Agreement Stream) ANZSCO 241111

REED can sponsor Early Childhood Teachers living in Australia under this 2-year temporary visa. To be eligible, you must:


• Have at least 2 years of full-time, relevant experience in a permanent role
• Hold an overseas degree approved under the National Quality Framework (NQF)
• If your qualification isn’t recognised by ACECQA, you can apply for an assessment to confirm equivalency
• Have an IELTS score of at least 5 in English, unless exempt

Note that this visa is temporary and does not lead to permanent residency.

Working with REED on a Student, Graduate or 408 Visa

REED employs educators on Student, Graduate, and 408 visas, each offering different work rights. Many staff begin this way before moving into sponsored visa options.

We honour all visa sponsorships and have supported many educators to build their careers and gain permanent residency. With over 23 services across regional WA, REED and hosts an annual two-day Educator Conference with professional development workshops, paid accommodation, meals, and mileage.

How Do I Apply?

Important: REED can only respond to enquiries once these steps are complete. Doing your initial research ensures you're eligible to apply for a visa.

Once you’ve completed both steps, please email your documents to [email protected] and we’ll forward them to our approved migration agent.

Check your qualification

Whether you're overseas or in Australia, the first step is to check if your current qualification is on the ACECQA approved list.

Apply for ACECQA assessment (if needed)

If your qualification isn’t listed, you’ll need to apply for an assessment through ACECQA. Be sure to read the guidelines carefully before submitting and paying the $116 fee. Pay close attention to the section on supervised professional experience.

Need More information?

Please email our HR Team at [email protected] or Phone (08) 6832 3825.

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Are you passionate about Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC)? We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team! Our organisation is inviting expressions of interest for various positions across several departments. Whether you are an experienced professional or an enthusiastic newcomer, we have opportunities that might be perfect for you.

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For more information on Careers at REED or to apply for a position please email our HR Team at [email protected] or phone (08) 6832 3825.