Assessments, Reviews & Staffing

Ackerman Pierce are specialists in Social Work staffing, with over a decade of experience supporting Local Authorities across the UK. We pride ourselves on our ability to source, prepare, and manage high-quality professionals from frontline Social Workers through to interim management.

We understand the pressures facing today’s Social Work services. With a decline in locum availability and increasing demand, many councils are experiencing growing backlogs and delays in supporting Service Users.

Our mission is simple: to help Local Authorities regain control efficiently, effectively, and cost-consciously.

What We Do

We provide tailored support across Assessments & Reviews managing the entire process from allocation through to completion.

Our experienced Social Workers and Quality Auditors handle everything, ensuring work is delivered to the highest standards and within required timeframes.

We support a wide range of services, including:

Carers Assessments
Face-to-Face Assessments
Telephone Reviews
Annual Reviews

Whatever your requirements, we adapt our approach to meet your needs.

Our Approach

Initial Discussion
We begin by understanding your service requirements in detail exploring the type, volume, timescales, and any complexities involved.

Transparent Pricing
We agree fixed, per-assessment or review fees, allowing for full cost transparency and effective budget planning.

Specialist Allocation
We carefully select Social Workers from our established network of experienced professionals. Every candidate is fully vetted and compliant with Local Authority standards, ensuring safety and reliability at every stage.

Project Launch
Our team integrates seamlessly with your service. Social Workers are introduced to key stakeholders, equipped appropriately, and fully briefed on each case.

Delivery
Assessments and reviews are completed in line with your specifications and deadlines. Backlog reduction work can be carried out flexibly, including outside standard working hours to minimise disruption.

Quality Assurance
All completed work is rigorously reviewed by our dedicated Quality Auditors, ensuring it meets your service standards. Any necessary amendments are addressed promptly.

Completion & Handover
Finalised assessments and reviews are returned to the relevant managers, ready for implementation.

The Outcome

By partnering with Ackerman Pierce, Local Authorities can expect: