This month across the group

Powered by people. Built for change.

Your monthly space for group updates, team news, opportunities, recognition and stories from across the Cavalry Group, bringing our people, brands and achievements together in one place.

Explore this month View companies
Company updates
Staff stories
Leadership articles

Group Updates

One group engine.
Multiple specialist brands.

What is Powered by Cavalry?

Powered by Cavalry is the shared identity behind the wider Cavalry Group.

It brings together the people, teams and expertise that help support the work happening across the group every day, from recruitment, HR and finance to marketing, technology, leadership and operational support. The brand exists to better connect the wider network behind the scenes, while still allowing every company to retain its own identity, specialism and purpose.

It also reflects the way the group works together. Different parts of Cavalry support and strengthen one another through shared knowledge, training, consultancy, operational expertise and collaboration, helping people feel more connected to the wider mission behind the work they do.

Connected areas 1 / 6

Connected expertise across the group

Powered by Cavalry is the shared brand behind the wider group, bringing together the people, support and specialist expertise that help services grow, collaborate and operate effectively.

Through shared leadership, recruitment, marketing, HR, finance, technology and operational support, different parts of the group help strengthen one another while still keeping their own identity and purpose.

The following slides highlight some of the ways teams, services and specialist companies work together across the wider network to support people, share knowledge and create meaningful impact.

Central Functions

Technology

Building systems that support people

Maintains and develops the group’s shared technology and operational systems, helping information stay connected and teams work more effectively. Through continuous improvement and a Kaizen-style approach, technology is used to simplify workflows, improve communication and support day-to-day operations across the group.

Finance

Helping the wider group grow sustainably

Supports financial planning and long-term sustainability across the group, helping services access the resources they need to grow and operate effectively. This includes reinvesting profits from commercial areas of the group back into charities, social enterprises, staff development and future services.

Central Functions

Recruitment

Connecting great people with meaningful work

Supports recruitment across the wider group, helping services attract the right people in an efficient, values-led and reputation-conscious way. Shared recruitment expertise also helps strengthen workforce consistency and long-term growth across different brands and services.

Marketing

Connecting the group through shared storytelling

Supports marketing across the wider group through brand development, content creation, cross-promotion and shared messaging. Powered by Cavalry helps showcase how different teams, services and expertise connect, using voices and stories from across the network to strengthen awareness, recruitment and collaboration.

Central Functions

HR & People

Supporting people across the wider network

Provides people support, communication and guidance across the group, helping teams stay connected, informed and supported. HR also helps maintain both group-wide culture and the individual identity of each service and brand.

Leadership & Guidance

Shared experience across the group

The group benefits from the combined experience of senior leaders, managing directors and operational specialists across multiple sectors and services. Shared leadership helps provide strategic guidance, operational support and collaborative decision-making that strengthens the wider network.

Connected Companies / Cross-over Support

TillyCo

Supporting homes and services behind the scenes

Sources, develops and renovates properties across the group, supporting services including Hometown Care, Homes for Kids, Toto and Cavalry Supported Living. TillyCo also introduced the HIVE supported living model, helping create thoughtfully designed environments in the right locations for the people who use them.

QOLCOE

Sharing specialist knowledge across the group

Provides research-led training and consultancy both internally and externally, helping staff across the group continue developing their skills, knowledge and practice. QOLCOE strengthens the wider network through evidence-based learning, consultancy and continuous professional development.

Connected Companies / Cross-over Support

Toto Group

Supporting the next generation of services

Alongside delivering residential childcare services, Toto also helps support and guide newer purpose-led organisations within the group, including social enterprise and charitable services, by sharing leadership, infrastructure, operational knowledge and sector experience.

ELEO Talent

Recruitment with wider impact

Supports recruitment both across the group and externally as a social enterprise recruitment provider. Profits generated through ELEO also contribute back into supporting wider group initiatives, charitable services and long-term development.

Connected Companies / Cross-over Support

Cavalry Supported Living & Complex Care

The foundations of the wider group

As some of the group’s original services, Cavalry Supported Living and Complex Care bring significant operational experience, sector knowledge and reputation to the wider network. Their expertise continues to help strengthen service quality, growth and leadership across the group.

Shared Growth Across the Group

Reinvesting back into people and services

Different parts of the group help strengthen one another through shared expertise, operational support and reinvestment. Profits from commercial services help support charities, social enterprises, staff development, new services and future opportunities across the wider network.

Group update

Shared standard

A clearer way to show how the Cavalry back office powers the group.

Group update

Monthly priorities

Add leadership notes, operating priorities and group-wide announcements here.

Group update

What is changing

Use this space for important changes, shared systems or updates that affect teams across the group.

Company Sections

Updates from each company

Cavalry Supported Living

In-home domiciliary care for people in supported accommodation, with a focus on consistent, person-led delivery.

Cavalry Complex Care

Specialist in-home care for complex behavioural and clinical needs.

Star of Social Care Awards

Abbie Cliffe is shortlisted for the Exceptional Home Care Nurse of the Year at the Star of Social Care Awards this weekend.

Cavalry Complex Care Shrewsbury Team have been nominated for the Complex Care at Home Award in the Star of Social Care Awards this weekend.

The London Care Concierge

Bespoke care packages in London and the South East, with profit redistributed to charitable arms of the group.

Homes for Kids

Charity providing children's residential care with an initial focus in Wales.

Toto

Provider of children's residential care in the North West.

Congratulations to Emma

Emma has successfully achieved her first OFSTED registration for The Willows, a fantastic milestone reflecting the dedication behind safe, nurturing environments for children and young people.

Lakeland Gardens Achieves Good in Full Ofsted Inspection

Following an unannounced two-day Ofsted inspection on 4–5 June, Lakeland Gardens has been rated Good across all areas, including How Well Children Are Helped and Protected and Leadership & Management.

Inspectors praised the team's commitment, resilience and care, commenting that “you could not have done anymore” for the young person supported and highlighting the excellent multi-agency working and management oversight in place.

This is a significant achievement given the complexity of the needs being supported and reflects the dedication of the entire team. Special recognition goes to Michelle Ward, whose person-centred leadership, compassion and unwavering support have been instrumental in this success.

Recruitment and development

Toto Homes is recruiting across several new children's homes, promoting a Refer a Friend scheme with a £150 referral bonus, and offering a Manager Development Programme for aspiring leaders.

Hometown Care

Provider of children's residential care, a foster agency and parent and child assessment services in the Midlands and West Yorkshire.

Tillyco

Procures and renovates property for the wider group, unlocking new service opportunities.

Eleo Talent Solutions

A values-led recruitment agency operating as a social enterprise.

QOLCOE

Research and evidence-backed training and consultancy designed to improve quality of life for those in care.

Celebrating YOU

Recognition, milestones and wins.

Colleague of the Month

Joe Beech (CTO)

Click here to read more about colleague of the month and nominations.

Learning milestone

Highlight new qualifications, completed training or professional development.

Carer of the Month

Lauren Crawford

Click here to read more about carer of the month and nominations.

Moments That Matter

The human story behind the update.

Use this area for a client compliment, a family quote, a small breakthrough, a photo from a team or a moment that shows why the work matters.

Click this tile to send us your moment Send one moment that made the month feel meaningful.

Job Openings

Current opportunities

  • Refer a Friend and Earn £150!

    We're always looking for great people to join Cavalry. If you refer someone who successfully secures a role with us and completes the qualifying period, you'll receive a £150 referral bonus.

    To find out more and submit a referral, contact harry@cavalrycare.co.uk.

  • PBS Practitioner Based in Crosby.
  • Business Development Manager for Complex Care Based in Crosby.
  • Referrals and Mobilisation Lead for Supported Living Based in Crosby.
  • Children's Home Managers Based in Bolton, Maghull, St Helens, Market Drayton and Nottingham.

Benefits

Staff benefits spotlight

  • Simply Health

    We have partnered with Simplyhealth to provide you with the best benefits possible! Their healthcare solutions cover the most common health and dental issues, plus 24/7 access to experts.

    Visit Simplyhealth

    Find out more about the Simply Health benefits and what they include.

    View brochure
  • Gym Membership Contribution

    At Cavalry Healthcare, we know that looking after yourself physically and mentally matters. That’s why staff can claim up to £20 per month towards a gym membership.

    How to Claim To claim the contribution, simply email proof of your monthly gym membership payment to sue@cavalrycare.co.uk.

    • If your membership costs more than £20 per month, you will receive a £20 contribution.
    • If your membership costs less than £20 per month, the full cost of your membership will be reimbursed.

    “I’ve always struggled to spend money on myself. However, the £20 I get off a gym membership has meant I have been able to do yoga once per week. It has been wonderful, it makes me feel like a child again trying new inversions. I feel physically and mentally stronger for taking this time for myself each week.”

  • Charity days reminder All staff are entitled to 2 fully paid days to support a charity of your choice. This is a wonderful opportunity to face a new challenge, help others or the planet and extend Cavalry’s impact beyond the people we serve. Be sure to share your stories and send in your photos so we can celebrate your impact in the next newsletter.
  • Learning access Training and development through group expertise.
  • Career movement Room to progress across multiple Cavalry Group companies.
  • Purpose-led work Roles connected to care, quality and social impact.

Cavalry Communities

Join our Cavalry Communities

We’re excited to introduce Cavalry Communities, spaces designed to bring our people together through shared experiences, support and connection! Across Cavalry, we have colleagues from all walks of life, and these communities are a chance to meet others like you, build relationships, and get involved in shaping moments that matter. Whether you want to meet new people, celebrate important awareness days, or simply feel more connected at work, these communities are here for you.

Cavalry LGBTQ+

A space to connect, support and celebrate our LGBTQ+ colleagues and allies, including organising and getting involved in events like Pride Month.

Scan below to join the WhatsApp group QR code to join the Cavalry LGBTQ+ WhatsApp group

Cavalry Global

A community celebrating our international workforce and different cultures, a space to share experiences, traditions and learn from one another.

Scan below to join the WhatsApp group QR code to join the Cavalry Global WhatsApp group

Cavalry Ex-Military

A network for colleagues with military backgrounds, offering shared understanding, support and connection.

Scan below to join the WhatsApp group QR code to join the Cavalry Ex-Military WhatsApp group

Articles

What shared support makes possible

Powered by Cavalry brings together the people, expertise and shared functions that help support you across the group.

From recruitment, marketing, finance, HR and technology to leadership support and strategic guidance, the wider group works together to help every company grow stronger and focus on delivering meaningful outcomes. Each company also brings its own specialist knowledge into the wider group, strengthening and supporting one another through collaboration, shared learning and expertise.

Back to group updates
Powered by Cavalry group structure