Transform with the right people, right now
Supporting the NHS, government, education and not-for-profit sectors from the service desk to the C-suite.
Realise your digital ambitions with our DDAT professionals
Our speciality is creating recruitment partnerships with government and NHS organisations - big and small.
The candidates we provide are equipped to bring much-needed technological upgrades to small government systems, break down information silos in central government, and help to organise the internal processes of the NHS. In short - they represent the change your organisation needs to enhance the experiences of the public.
The technology we use to achieve your organisation’s goals
Keystream are proudly tech-agnostic, meaning that we always decide which applications and software to use based on how well they will meet your needs - not based on paid partnerships or brand loyalty.
What makes us your provider of choice
With over a decade of experience, we have a deep understanding of the various departments, their digital needs and agenda, and the skill set required to achieve the jobs. We have a vast and trusted network of DDaT professionals that we can draw from to find you the right fit for the job.
Fast turnaround time
We understand that time is of the essence, so we strive to respond quickly to your needs by providing the right candidates and a quick recruitment process.
High quality talent
We consistently provide high-quality talent that delivers exceptional results. All candidates go through our rigorous screening and vetting process to ensure they have the right experience, skills and cultural fit required for the job.
Flexible and adaptable
We support your changing needs by being flexible and adaptable. We can quickly pivot and adjust our recruitment strategy to suit your needs.
Strong relationships
We build long-term relationships that are founded on trust, transparency, and efficiency. We take the time to understand your needs and work collaboratively to ensure that you have a seamless experience with us and always choose us as your trusted partner.
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Navigating a New Vision for Health and Local Services The government’s 10-Year Plan for the NHS lays out a bold vision of a “fit for the future” health service, with three major shifts: care closer to home, digital-first services, and a focus on prevention. It is a plan to reimagine how care is delivered by…
How Higher Education’s Challenges Are Reshaping Tech and Digital Teams
The UK higher education sector is at a crossroads. Once known for stability and long-term thinking, universities are now navigating uncertainty on every front, from squeezed budgets and changing student demographics to rising expectations for digital-first services. As someone who has spent the past six years recruiting into this space, I have seen how these…
The NHS 10-Year Plan: Big Promises, Bigger Questions
The government’s 10-Year Plan for the NHS sets out a comprehensive vision for change. From personal health budgets and integrated health organisations to neighbourhood care centres and AI-enabled hospitals, the direction of travel is clear. On paper, it looks like a plan that could reshape how care is delivered, how services are led, and how…
Disclaimer: AI Helped Me Write This Blog
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This year’s NHS Confed was a powerful opportunity to connect, reflect and learn alongside colleagues from across health and care. It underlined the transformation already underway in our system and the importance of collaboration, creativity and compassion in making it work. A consistent thread across the event was the need to create space for innovation….
Do You Say Please and Thank You When You Speak to AI?
I do…! We talk to AI more often than we think. Whether you’re unlocking your phone with your face, asking your smart speaker to play your favourite song, or using predictive text to finish your messages—AI is quietly working behind the scenes. But because it’s not always visible, we often don’t realise it’s there. And…
Whatever you do, don’t wait, instead seize the moment!
Embracing the moment can be tricky for the public sector. With business-as-usual firefighting, multiple change projects on the go at any point in time, and major infrastructure programmes taking place all under the same organisation, navigating all of this is no small feat. So how do clients make sense of it all in a coherent…
Leadership Update at Keystream
[London, 07/04/2025] – Keystream today announces that Andrew Jukes, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, will be stepping down from the business. Since co-founding Keystream, Andrew has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth and operational strategy, helping to build a people-first culture and driving performance across both the recruitment and consulting divisions. Johnny…
On the Frontline of Change: My Role as Cutover Manager in an EPR Go-Live
In healthcare, change doesn’t happen in the background. It happens in real time, where patients are being treated, clinicians are making decisions, and every second counts. So, when we implemented a new Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system, it wasn’t just a digital upgrade. It was a major transformation in how care is delivered. As the…
Reflections from Rewired 2025
If there’s one message that echoed across Rewired 2025, it’s this: before digital transformation can succeed, the basics need to be right. That might sound simple, but in a climate of shifting structures, tighter budgets, and growing demand, it’s anything but. Across panels, keynotes, and informal conversations, it was clear the digital health community is…
