Independent social work support, when it matters most
Whether you are a solicitor, local authority, school or family, navigating safeguarding and family court matters can feel overwhelming. OBK Social Care Consultancy provides clear, independent assessments, expert reports and trusted advice across the UK, delivered with compassion, professionalism and a child-centred approach.
- Confidential enquiries welcome
- Nationwide UK service
- Remote and in-person appointments
How we can help
Practical, independent social work support across four core areas. Each service has its own page setting out who it is for, what to expect and how to get started.
Court-Related Services
Family court proceedings can be stressful, complex and emotionally draining. We provide clear, balanced welfare reports and expert opinion that help courts, solicitors and families make informed decisions with confidence.
Child & Family Assessments
Families involved with children's services often face anxiety and uncertainty. Our independent assessments are fair, evidence-based and focused on children's safety, family strengths and long-term wellbeing.
Safeguarding Consultancy
Keeping pace with safeguarding duties, policy change and compliance is demanding. We help schools, charities and organisations strengthen practice, reduce risk and feel confident their people are protected.
Contact Supervision
Contact arrangements can be sensitive and emotionally charged. We create safe, child-centred sessions and provide clear, professional reporting so parents, professionals and courts have reassurance.
Why choose OBK
Professional expertise
Years of frontline children's social care and assessment experience behind every piece of work.
Truly independent
No employer ties or fixed agendas. Our assessments and reports are balanced, fair and led by the evidence.
Child-centred approach
The voice and welfare of the child sits at the heart of every assessment, observation and recommendation.
Timely delivery
We agree clear timescales at instruction, keep you updated, and meet the deadlines we set.
Cultural competence
Sensitive, respectful work with families from a wide range of cultural, religious and lived experience backgrounds.
Clear, useful reports
Plain English reports that courts can act on, solicitors can rely on, and families can understand.
Flexible delivery
Face-to-face visits across the UK and secure video sessions, arranged around your case and family.
Confidential and respectful
Every enquiry, conversation and assessment is handled with discretion and professional integrity.
Clients we work with
OBK works collaboratively with a wide range of professionals and private individuals across the UK, bringing the same independent, child-centred standard to every instruction.
Need independent social work support?
Whether you need an assessment, expert opinion, safeguarding advice or simply a confidential conversation, we are here to help. Get in touch today and we will respond promptly.
Confidential enquiries welcomeNationwide UK serviceRemote and in-person appointments