Head of Childcare Department (Senior Solicitor)Location: Coventry, West MidlandsSalary: Competitive + Leadership Package + Bonus OpportunitiesContract: Full-Time, PermanentAbout the OpportunityAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to lead and develop a well-established Childcare Department within a nationally recognised law firm.This role offers the chance to join a growing and ambitious practice with a strong reputation for excellence in publicly funded family and childcare work. The firm is recognised by leading independent legal directories and has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding client care, high-quality legal services and meaningful career progression opportunities. The childcare team has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people, infrastructure and regional presence.The successful candidate will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading the Coventry Childcare Department, driving growth, supervising and mentoring lawyers, and maintaining the highest standards of client service and legal excellence.The RoleAs Head of Department, you will:Lead and manage a busy Childcare and Public Law Children team.Conduct your own caseload of complex childcare matters, including:Care ProceedingsSupervision OrdersEmergency Protection OrdersSpecial Guardianship OrdersAdoption ProceedingsDeprivation of Liberty mattersCases involving non-accidental injuries, abuse, neglect