About Us
About Simply Social Work
Expert Independent Social Work Across England and Wales
Kind, Credible Support When Decisions Matter Most
Simply Social Work is a specialist independent social work company providing high-quality mental capacity assessments, social care expertise, and expert witness services across England and Wales.
We are built on a clear principle: quality over quantity. Every assessment, report, and interaction is delivered with care, professionalism, and integrity, ensuring individuals receive support that is both legally robust and genuinely person-centred.
Who We Are
Simply Social Work brings together a team of highly experienced social workers and professionals, with over 50 years of combined experience across:
- Adult and children’s social care
- Mental capacity and safeguarding
- SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) services
- Court of Protection and legal proceedings
This depth of expertise allows us to deliver accurate, balanced and evidence-based assessments, tailored to each individual’s unique circumstances.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple:
To provide professional, compassionate and legally sound social work services that protect rights, support decision-making, and achieve meaningful outcomes.
We prioritise:
✅ Independence and objectivity
✅ Person-centred decision-making
✅ Legal compliance with the Mental Capacity Act
✅ Clear, defensible reporting for court and professional use
What We Do
We specialise in delivering independent social work services, including:
Mental Capacity Assessments
Expert assessments across a wide range of decisions, including:
- Property and financial affairs
- Health and welfare
- Litigation capacity
- Court of Protection (COP3)
- LPA and testamentary capacity
- Safeguarding and complex decision-making
Expert Witness Services
We provide court-ready reports and expert evidence, supporting:
- Court of Protection proceedings
- SEND First-Tier Tribunal appeals
- Civil and family court cases
Social Care and SEND Expertise
We support individuals and families with:
- Education, Health and Care (EHCP) matters
- Care assessments and reports
- Support in complex or disputed cases
A Person-Centred Approach
At the heart of Simply Social Work is a commitment to putting people first.
We ensure that:
- Each individual’s voice, wishes and lived experience are central
- Assessments are carried out with empathy, dignity and respect
- Decisions are made in a way that supports both autonomy and safety
Our approach combines professional expertise with compassion, ensuring individuals feel heard, understood and supported throughout the process.
Why Choose Simply Social Work?
✔ Experienced independent social workers
✔ Expertise across adult, children and SEND services
✔ Trusted by solicitors, families and local authorities
✔ Independent, objective and legally compliant reports
✔ Person-centred, compassionate approach
