The King's Fund

Who we are

Who we are

For over a century, The King’s Fund has worked to improve people’s health and care. Over the next five years we believe that we can deliver the biggest impact by using our independent voice to help tackle the thorniest questions facing our health and care system, and in turn society. We will do this through our research, analysis and insight; leadership and organisational development with health and care leaders; convening and events; and partnering with others.

Working at The King's Fund

The King's Fund is a stimulating, innovative and friendly place to work. We're a group of dedicated people who work hard to help make our vision, that the best possible health and care is available to all, a reality.

The Fund has an ambition to increase the diversity of our workforce and introduce careers in health and care policy to a broader range of people. We believe that diversity of background and experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will improve the way we influence health and social care policy. 

Our culture and values

Our values

We are ambitious about pushing ourselves further to build the leadership and culture we need to enable our people to work at their best. We are committed to becoming a more diverse and inclusive organisation and living up to our values in everything we do. This shapes how we work with each other and with people across the health and care system.

Our values are integral to how we will achieve our mission. They are:

People first We focus on the needs of people. We listen, we understand, we care. We put people at the centre of processes, systems and policies. We exist to create a health and care system that puts people first. We create environments where equity is promoted, diversity is valued and everyone is included.

Challenge the status quo We are bold in seeking opportunity and creating change. We look to find new and better ways of doing things. We question the accepted and the existing. We do that every day, in the small details and across big processes. We never argue for change for change’s sake – we always ensure there’s a clear benefit.

Always objective We are independent as an organisation. We are objective as people. We base our perspective on facts and evidence. We think critically, act boldly and carve out our own success, free from unnecessary influence or dependence.

Be courageous We step forward with courage, creativity and vision. We speak out with knowledge, confidence and clarity. We shine a light on issues and inefficiencies to look for solutions. We encourage, support and inspire; others look to us for advice and guidance.

Create impact together We are proactive in making change happen. We work collaboratively with partners to share expertise and build momentum for a better health and care system. We work together as one King’s Fund, challenging and supporting each other, and sharing a common vision and direction.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

The Fund has an ambition to increase the diversity of our workforce and introduce careers in health and care policy to a broader range of people. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community, including those from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBTQ+ community. We believe that diversity of background and experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will improve the way we influence health and social care policy. 

Equality of opportunity

The King’s Fund is committed to equal opportunities in all its activities, and appointments will be determined solely on merit.  Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community, including those from minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities.