Working together for children

As a social work owned and operated company, we place the needs of children and their families at the centre of everything we do.

Established for more than 16 years, WillisPalmer has established an unrivalled reputation as the leading provider of multi-disciplinary services to children and their families. Our multi-disciplinary, national network is made up of social workers, psychologists, qualified therapists, psychiatrists, family support workers and forensic risk assessment experts – who are available to undertake assignments throughout the UK and overseas. We can provide a range of solutions bespoke to your needs, including training and mentoring services.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, WillisPalmer has launched a Remote Assessment Service whereby we carry out a range of expert assessments including parenting, psychological, Special Guardianship assessments etc remotely with limited face-to-face contact. This ensures children in need of protection continue to receive the assessments they require while we uphold our public health responsibilities during the pandemic to protect our clients and professionals alike.

Upon referring to us, we source the best-matched social worker and other assessors required for each case and once you have instructed us, we can start immediately. We offer a fixed fee price, so you always know what you will pay – with no hidden extras. In fact, our Remote Assessment Service means we have been able to reduce our costs as our professionals do not have the same travelling expenses as before. WillisPalmer is also preparing a hybrid model for PAMS and parenting assessments whereby we combine minimal face-to-face observations with remote assessments to deliver a safe and effective service.

All expert reports are rigorously checked by a consultant social worker and then passed through our comprehensive quality assurance process, guaranteeing you the high-quality service you have come to expect from WillisPalmer.