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Above and Beyond Support Services

We are a small, sole trader business dedicated to providing personalised care and community access supports to individuals with a disability. Our values:

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Small team of compassionate and professional support workers providing personal care, community access and respite supports to people with a disability.

🧡 Person-centred support
🤝🏻 Trusted support workers
📍 Local services
📩 DM us to learn more With over 13 years of experience in working with people with disabilities, our owner and operator brings expertise in positive behaviour support and creati

ng individualised programs to support new skill development. Our team has collaborated closely with various professionals including speech therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dieticians, behaviour support practitioners and psychologists to ensure a holistic approach to supporting our clients. We are committed to nurturing each individual and systematically teaching skills that empower people to reach their goals effectively. With support workers located in various locations around Melbournes South East, we take pride in constantly developing the skills of our close knit, small team of dedicated and passionate support workers. Passion for Purpose
- We inspire our support workers to love what they do, fostering a deep commitment to enriching the lives of the individuals and families we serve.

2. Meaningful Engagement
- We prioritize building meaningful connections with our participants, ensuring every interaction is purposeful and contributes to their growth and happiness.

3. Empowerment Through Learning.
- We believe in the power of education, providing structured learning opportunities that teach meaningful and functional skills, empowering our participants to achieve greater independence.

4. Positive Behaviour Support
- We are dedicated to understanding and supporting positive behaviours through compassionate and effective strategies to manage and mitigate challenging behaviours.

5. Collaborative Excellence
- We recognize the value of teamwork, fostering collaboration with families and allied health professionals to create a unified, effective support network for our participants.

6. Commitment to Going Above and Beyond
- Our mission is to exceed expectations by consistently delivering exceptional care and support, ensuring our participants and their families feel valued, respected, and uplifted.

8. Continuous Improvement
- We embrace a culture of continuous learning and improvement, always seeking new ways to enhance our services and outcomes for those we support. These values serve as guiding principles for "Above and Beyond," shaping the approach we take in our training programs and day-to-day interactions with participants and families.

11/03/2026

New faces, fresh energy, and two more big hearts joining the team. We love to see it. ☀️

We’re so happy to introduce Mia and Jordyn, our newest support workers at Above & Beyond. 🙌🏻

Mia is currently studying Occupational Therapy at Australian Catholic University, and joining Above & Beyond felt like a natural first step in her journey. She’s passionate about helping people participate in meaningful everyday life and supporting them to do the things that matter most to them.

For Jordyn, support work is close to home. Growing up with a mum who worked in support services, she saw firsthand the difference compassionate care can make. That inspiration stayed with her and led her to follow a similar path. Working with people, building independence, and creating genuine connections is what motivates her every day.

We’re incredibly excited to have Mia and Jordyn as part of the team. 💛 Stay tuned because we’ll be introducing each of them properly very soon. 🤝🏻

04/03/2026

Feeling safe is everything. 🛡️

When kids or adults feel seen, heard, and understood, they can explore, learn, and grow without fear. Emotional safety is the quiet magic that makes trust, confidence, and progress possible.

We love to create spaces where emotional safety comes first. Support isn’t about fixing, it’s about walking alongside someone, with patience, kindness, and sometimes a little silliness too. ☀️🤪

26/02/2026

Consistency isn’t just showing up. It’s the quiet superpower that transforms support into something meaningful. 🦸🏻‍♀️

Having the same familiar, dedicated support worker over time helps build deep trust and security, especially for people with complex needs or those who’ve had negative experiences with services. That trust becomes the foundation for real connection, calm, and confidence.

Consistency also makes it easier to notice the little things: subtle changes in mood, behavior, or health 👉🏻 so issues can be addressed quickly, keeping participants safe and supported. 🌿

When routines and caregivers are predictable, anxiety decreases and emotional regulation improves. Goals become achievable, step by step, instead of just filling shifts. And because participants don’t need to re-explain their needs every time, communication becomes smoother and progress happens faster. 💛

09/02/2026

DID YOU KNOW ❓

Being around animals can help children and adults feel calmer, more emotionally regulated, and more confident because animals create a safe, non-judgmental environment. 🤗

Animals don’t place expectations, rush responses, or judge behaviour. This allows people to relax, lower stress levels, and feel accepted just as they are. For many children, especially those experiencing big emotions, animals can help regulate the nervous system by providing comfort, predictability, and a sense of safety. 🐎

This calming presence can make it easier to communicate, build trust, and engage socially. Over time, these positive interactions can support emotional regulation, confidence, and a stronger sense of connection. 🤝🏻

Source: https://www.melbournecpc.com.au/the-power-of-animals-in-therapy-supporting-your-childs-emotional-wellbeing/

06/02/2026

At the heart of Above and Beyond is Kathryn… and her very important co-worker, Mia 🐾

Above and Beyond was founded by Kathryn, a support worker with years of frontline experience and a belief that support should feel safe, consistent, and genuinely human.. but also warm, joyful, and a fun! 🤪

Kathryn brings a nurturing, playful energy into her work. She’s the kind of person who can sit with big emotions one moment, and make a child laugh the next. She creates spaces where kids and adults feel safe to be themselves, where pressure melts away, and where connection comes first.

And then there’s Mia... 👇🏻

Often by Kathryn’s side, Mia adds something special. A calming presence and soft distraction. Sometimes support comes through conversation, and sometimes it comes with four paws and a wagging tail. 🐶

Together, Kathryn and Mia represent what Above and Beyond is really about: support without pressure, care with kindness, and being truly present. 🧡

04/02/2026

Why do we do what we do? 🤔

👉🏻 Because kids deserve more than just support, they deserve to thrive in environments where care feels safe and big feelings are met with patience, not pressure.

👉🏻 Because adults deserve the same dignity, opportunity, and encouragement to grow in ways that feel right for them.

We believe kindness is powerful, trust comes first, and real support never forces change. Progress looks different for everyone, and consistency is what helps people feel secure enough to move forward. This is why we show up the way we do: ✨ with compassion, understanding, and support that meets people exactly where they are. ✨

03/02/2026

At Above and Beyond, everything we do is guided by one simple belief: everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and understood. ☝🏻

We know that support is never “one size fits all.” Every child, adult, and family is different – with their own needs, strengths, and ways of navigating the world. That’s why we take the time to really get to know the people we support, rather than fitting them into a preset model.

👀 Our vision is to build a community where people feel emotionally safe, respected, and empowered to be themselves.

🎯 Our mission is to provide support that is neuroaffirming, trauma-informed, and truly person-centred. In practice, that means showing up consistently, meeting people where they are, and building trust through patience, understanding, and genuine human connection.

Meaningful support doesn’t just help people get through the day. It helps them feel confident, capable, and seen.

02/02/2026

Support that’s human, consistent & kind. That's ABOVE AND BEYOND Support services. 🧡

Above and Beyond is a small, passionate team of professional support workers supporting children and adults with disabilities. We believe great support goes beyond tasks: it’s about trust, connection, and feeling safe enough to grow. 🤝🏻

Our support includes personal care, community access, respite, skill development, and encouraging independence. Every service is tailored to the individual, because no two people, goals, or journeys are the same.

We work in a way that’s consistent and respectful, understanding that predictability builds confidence and emotional safety, especially for children navigating big emotions. 👦🏼

Founded in 2023 by Kathryn, with long history in frontline support work and behaviour management. Above and Beyond was created to deliver support that’s not only effective, but genuinely human. 🫂

13/01/2026

🌱 WE'RE HIRING: Support workers for children with disabilities 🌱

We’re a small, heart-led support team working with children with additional needs and their families. Our work is built on trust, patience, and genuine connection. We’re currently growing our team and looking for reliable, kind, and grounded people who genuinely enjoy spending time with children and want to do meaningful work that matters.

👀 YOU MIGHT BE GRAT FIT IF YOU:
👉🏻 Are caring, patient, and emotionally aware
👉🏻 Show up on time and take responsibility seriously
👉🏻 Enjoy working with children and meeting them where they are
👉🏻 Are calm in challenging moments and open to learning
👉🏻 Communicate clearly and respectfully with families and our team
👉🏻 Are open to feedback and ongoing training

Experience in disability support or childcare is a plus, but the right attitude matters most!

🤝🏻 WHAT WE OFFER:
▪️Above award rates, based on SCHADS award
▪️Meaningful, rewarding work with children and families
▪️Supportive management and clear communication
▪️Ongoing guidance, training, and real support (you’re never on your own)
▪️Work aligned with neuroaffirming and trauma-informed practice
▪️A team culture that values kindness, boundaries, and growth

✨ Sounds Like You? 👇🏻
Apply by filling out our application form (10-15 minutes). If it feels like a good match, we’ll be in touch for a call. ��

Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkM2sxHiF9SC_QHCn2SMTLVwLX5hnEkYY5jkIrSRJ5lWjt_Q/viewform?usp=share_link&ouid=105267782435135328343

11/04/2025

We’re Hiring!
Above and Beyond is on the lookout for passionate, reliable, and nurturing Support Workers to join our team!

We’ve got two awesome roles:
1. Dingley Village – Support a 10 y/o boy with multiple disabilities
• Fortnightly Sundays 3–8pm
• Extra hours in school holidays
2. Cranbourne – Support a young boy with autism
• Mon, Wed, Fri: 3:30–6:30/7pm
• Saturday mornings (2–2.5hrs, flexible)
• Open to splitting this role!

We’re looking for someone who:
• Loves working with kids
• Is nurturing, patient & emotionally aware
• Is motivated to learn and use tech for goal tracking.
• Can support children through big emotions
• Shows up – reliable and consistent!

What you’ll get:
• A supportive team & training provided
• A chance to make real impact
• Work aligned with neuroaffirming and trauma-informed practice

Sound like you or someone you know?
DM us or email info@abovebeyond.com.au to apply!
Let’s help kids thrive, together!

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