Welcome to Autism East Midlands

Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.

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We provide a wide range of care, support and educational services to meet the needs of autistic individuals of all ages, and their families and carers.

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Want to know more about autism and our support? Read our latest news stories.

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Confidence shines as Andy performs at choral concert

We were so proud to witness one of our residents, Andy, singing his heart out at a recent concert.

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A Proud Moment for Liam

Liam at Mundy Street recently embraced new skills and a new volunteer role during a recent visit to a cafe.

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Sarah celebrates 28 years of working for AEM with Whitegates BBQ party

Whitegates celebrated a major milestone for staff member Sarah, marking 28 years at Autism East Midlands.

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Emma's Story: From Teaching Assistant to Senior Leadership

Emma Foulkes tells us how she's thriving in an environment that makes a difference to the lives of autistic young...

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Old Fire Station Celebrates 1st Birthday

Old Fire Station service users and staff threw a special party to celebrate the service's first birthday.

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Whitegates service user Mariah dances to success

Whitegates service user Mariah recently won her first dance trophy after an amazing performance.

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Over £2,000 raised through miles and cakes - Rachael's Journey

Rachael's journey to the London Marathon has been one that left us speechless as she has been carrying out her...

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Students on track to success with EMR supported scheme

A group of our students have recently completed three weeks of a supported placement with EMR.

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New website for ACE Popcorn now live - Autism East Midlands' social enterprise

We're proud to announce that we have recently launched a brand new website for ACE Popcorn, our new social enterprise.

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12 July 2026

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We're hiring a Positive Behaviour Support Lead at our Nottingham school. ⭐

You will work closely with students at school, staff teams, and families, to develop support plans that enhance quality of life for autistic young people.

💰 £33.610 per annum
📍 Nottingham-based
🕔 37 hours per week

There may also be opportunities to support within our adult services teams, as well as our second school in Braithwell, Doncaster.

Apply ➡️ https://bit.ly/4vnlrNc

12 July 2026

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We could melt seeing these photos from a recent HillTop visit to Twycross Zoo.

Not only because it's been way too hot this week - although that does factor in! - but because photos like these remind us why person-centred care matters.

Many autistic people feel misunderstood, ignored or their needs forced to fit in invisible boxes that they struggle to function in.

Every autistic adult and child deserves to find a space that accepts them for exactly who they are. That's why this matters.

We're glad they enjoyed their trip! 💖

11 July 2026

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Do you want to make a difference in a rapidly growing charity that values autistic people? ⭐

With more sites and social enterprises than ever before, we're excited to add a new Maintenance Person to our Estates team.

The role is full-time, working across a range of sites, from residential and respite services to production spaces and schools.

No two days are the same, and it's important that you share our mission for a world that values and recognises autistic people.

Apply: https://bit.ly/44ZUdkM