Recruitment and Marketing Social Worker, Family Placement Team Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 per annum (plus additional £3k Market Supplement) Location: Shute End, Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 11/01/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 706247 Make a Difference. Change Lives. Become Part of Our Fostering Team. Are you passionate about finding and supporting families who can provide safe, loving homes for children? We''re looking for a dynamic Fostering Recruitment Specialist to lead our recruitment efforts and help transform lives. In this role, you will: Lead the fostering recruitment process - from initial enquiries and suitability assessments to professional recommendations. Drive local marketing campaigns - manage social media, website content, and build partnerships with agencies and community organisations to widen our reach. Organise and deliver events - from information sessions to community outreach, including occasional weekend work to attend fairs and promote fostering opportunities. Use your social work insight and safeguarding knowledge to ensure high-quality foster carer approvals. Track and analyse recruitment trends using spreadsheets and digital tools to evaluate campaign performance. We''re looking for someone with: Strong communication skills and confidence using IT, social media, and data tracking tools. Creativity, independence, and the ability to