NHS
Ethical, values-led recruitment of Digital, PMO & Analytics talent
Supporting the NHS
We've been a strategic partner to the NHS since 2011.
Our years of working with the NHS means we know how it operates. We understand its values, environment, processes, systems, priorities and people.
We’ve built our services to be NHS centric, delivering to demanding briefs, budgets and deadlines with a values-led, inclusive approach.
NHS Management Team
Our NHS Divisional Managers deliver both managed services projects and contingent recruitment services.
They are supported by Digital, Project Management Office (PMO) and Analytics specialist NHS recruitment and delivery teams.
James Leslie-Smith
Oversees delivery of recruitment and managed services across several teams, alongside his responsibilities as Director.
He manages several large client relationships and remains hands-on, delivering talent projects and managed services for the NHS.
Dan Lobley
Dan works with NHS Trusts, hiring contractors and working on Managed Services multi-hire projects.
With a deep understanding of NHS processes and priorities, he is a valuable partner, able to offer advice and insight into the talent market.
Jake Gross
A recruitment partner to several large NHS Trusts, Jake deploys skilled contractors with experience of critical NHS projects.
His technical knowledge, expertise and excellent customer service make Jake a specialist in his field.
Aliysha Modi
Aliysha provides contractors with specialist clinical systems skills, such as Cerner, to NHS clients.
She is outcome-focused, taking a proactive and problem solving approach to tackle challenging briefs.
Christian Burnett
Christian works with NHS partners across the UK, placing contractors into critical roles.
His contractor network is proven to deliver and spans a broad spectrum of skill sets.
Stephen Maxwell
Stephen has an impressive record in recruitment for NHS and public sector clients.
He leads a team of recruiters who work in partnership with major NHS trusts, delivering expert contractors at pace.
Matthew Burns
Matthew manages several NHS accounts, working with technology teams to provide specialist consultants.
An NHS specialist, he has a broad network and in depth knowledge of systems, projects and priorities.
Heather Gordon
Heather leads our Northern office, from our hub in Newcastle.
She is a key talent partner to some of the largest NHS Trusts in the north, managing a team of specialist recruitment consultants.
Gareth Watts
With years of experience working in an NHS environment, Gareth has built strong relationships with a roster of NHS Trusts, CCGs and CSUs.
He delivers contract digital, PMO and analytics specialist NHS talent.
Peter Astley
Working with a number of NHS Trusts, Peter focuses on managed service projects and recruitment of digital, PMO and analytics talent.
He has developed many valued business relationships with NHS clients, who rely on him to deliver to tight schedules and budgets.
Chris Knights
With a focus on leadership roles, Chris works with NHS clients, delivering permanent and interim talent within the technology space.
He understands the NHS culture, environment and systems, using his knowledge to place senior roles with technical expertise and cultural fit.
NHS Talent Networks
Many of our contractors have worked with us for years. They have NHS experience, proven their capability to deliver and we know them well. We recruit NHS Band 4 to VSM in Digital, PMO, Analytics, Corporate and other non-medical, non-clinical roles.
Digital
Software developers, application support, cyber security, service desk analysts and infrastructure.
PMO
Business analysis, project management, programme management, testing, integration, training.
Analytics
Data architects, data quality, DWP, information analysis, migration & developers.
Corporate functions
Administration, HR, business support, risk, governance, corporate management
NHS Jobs
Our latest Digital, PMO and Analytics jobs and contract assignments.
Client experience
Our NHS teams have many long-standing relationships with NHS bodies throughout the UK.
They’ve developed a reputation for specialist knowledge, quality of service, consistent delivery and a caring, ethical approach.
Put simply, people like to work with us. Which is why many of our client and network relationships have been with us since the beginning.
What our partners say…
Keystream have embraced the challenges that occur within an ever-changing NHS environment, and have been flexible in their approach when accommodating diverse requirements. Keystream consultants have been professional at all times, and I would have no hesitation in recommending Keystream to any organisation.
NHS Programme Manager
Programme Manager
NEL CSU
Reputation is fundamental when delivering projects. Supplying reliable resources with the correct skill sets is an integral element in maintaining that reputation. Keystream have a proven track record every time I have needed a resource to assist in my projects.
Project Manager
NWL Collaboration of CSUs
Keystream help make the whole end to end process of recruitment, ongoing service delivery, invoicing and payment flow easy. Very flexible, they will tailor their processes to work best with your organisation. They are professional, timely, supply excellent candidates, are easily contactable and the excellent customer care continues post-placement.
Alex
IT Programme Manager
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Having worked with Keystream as a client and a contractor I have found them to be at the top of the recruitment game. They are great at dealing with difficult scenarios and always ready with a solution. I would highly recommend them to contractors and clients alike.
Head of Intelligence & Analytics
Surrey & Borders Partnership NHS Trust
I’ve used Keystream for over 5 years, and every interaction I’ve had has been positive. They are really good at understanding what I need and consistently provide a good selection of candidates. The treatment of my candidates is also a measure of whether I continue to engage with a recruitment agency - and Keystream treats them impeccably.
Performance Manager
NEL CSU
I have worked with many recruiters over the years. Most just treat you like a number. With Keystream you get a sense of mutual respect, they look out for your interests above and beyond the norm. They regularly keep in touch and proactively present new opportunities when I’m seeking them. They remain my preferred agent.
Candidate
IT Project Manager
Contractor for Keystream
Keystream are not only great to work with, but also know the NHS really well. They knew I would be a good fit for the role and I am really glad to be here! They care about the candidates as well as the hiring organisation. There is genuinely no problem too big and they always come back with answers to questions really quickly.
Performance Manager
Candidate
Insights
The latest from the Keystream Team
Job seeker help, market insights, EDI support, hiring trends and company news.
Role Based Access Control (RBAC) is essential to providing safe clinical care.
St Georges NHS Trust is an early adpoter of Cerner RBAC 27.2.
Keystream was the partner chosen to implement it. Read more here
This week marks the opening of our new regional office in England’s North East. From our brand new northern hub in Newcastle, we'll continue to work with NHS organisations to supply skilled people for contract, managed services and permanent roles across Digital, Analytics and PMO. Read on to find out more.
The HETT Show 2022 kicks off at ExCeL London on 27th September. Free to attend (for those in the public sector) and CPD-certified, the exhibition of ‘healthcare excellence through technology’ offers a multitude of exhibitors and delivers a wealth of knowledge through its seminar sessions.
Read on to find out more.
The pandemic had a huge impact on IT teams. Suddenly, large numbers of people had to work from home. And, critical IT projects to upgrade the systems that underpin NHS services still needed to run.
Contractors were urgently needed to help stretched teams deliver under pressure - and we were able to help. Read more.
Managing a large roster of contractors can be time consuming and costly.
A Master Vendor Agreement can result in significant savings, as one of our NHS Trust clients discovered. Find out more.
Working collaboratively with the Trust’s transformation team, Keystream Consultant Business Analysts helped analyse current workflows, identify all stakeholders and visualise process maps prior to an EPR procurement process. Read more...
A partnership between Surrey & Borders NHS Partnership Trust and Matt McCormick delivered a major infrastructure overhaul.
Successful transition to a centrally managed data centre across 142 network devices at 32 sites. Read full case study...
Having started working in IT in the 80s, Nick O'Reilly, CTO for NHS BSA, has seen a lot of positive change.
Using his senior position, he's using networks and championing allyship to take that one step further. Read more...
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