International Assessments
(UK Matters)
Evertrack Family Practice undertakes independent family and kinship assessments in Australia for matters before the UK Family Court where proposed carers or family members are located in Australia.
This work aligns with that undertaken by Independent Social Workers (ISWs) in the United Kingdom.
Assessments are undertaken in person where practicable and prepared for use in court proceedings, including matters involving kinship care and permanence planning.
This provides a practical, in-country assessment option for UK matters involving Australian-based families.
Nature of the work
Assessments are independent and evaluative in nature and are undertaken to assist decision-making in legal proceedings.
The work may include:
- kinship and connected persons assessments
- viability assessments
- comparative assessments involving multiple households
- addendum or supplementary reports
All assessments are structured, evidence-based, and prepared for court use.
Professional context
Andrew Macintosh has experience across both the Australian and United Kingdom systems, including statutory child protection and court-based assessment in public and private family law matters.
His work reflects familiarity with UK court expectations while remaining grounded in the Australian context.
Assessment approach
Assessments are conducted in Australia and may involve:
- interviews with proposed carers and relevant family members
- home visits where appropriate
- consideration of available documentation
- assessment of parenting capacity, risk, and protective factors
- evaluation of the child’s likely experience within the proposed placement
Reports are prepared in a format suitable for court proceedings ensure alignment with broader family violence and risk-management frameworks.
Role boundaries
International assessments are undertaken as an independent professional role.
- the role is evaluative, not therapeutic
- no concurrent or subsequent services are provided to the same family
- advice regarding legal strategy or case outcomes is not provided
Practical arrangements
Assessments may be undertaken across Australia, including interstate travel where required.
Scope, timelines, and practical arrangements are determined based on the needs of the matter.
Referrals and Instructions
Enquiries are accepted from legal practitioners, courts, and relevant professionals involved in UK proceedings.
Each matter is subject to initial discussion to confirm scope, suitability, and practical arrangements.