Welcome to Autism East Midlands
Supporting young people, adults and their families since 1968.
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.
Need a short family break, or a trip somewhere different?
Our holiday lettings are set in the tranquil surroundings of Ashbourne and offer comfortable care-free packages that suit families, groups and those with a wandering spirit.
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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Independence shines at Whitegates for laundry Lee
Lee loves doing laundry, so he put his skills to the test at our Whitegates respite service.
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Autism East Midlands opens new independent school in Doncaster
Autism East Midlands are proud to announce that we have officially opened a new independent school for autistic children and...
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9 June 2026
We're expanding our team of Qualified Teaching Assistants at our school in Braithwell! ⭐
Sutherland House School Braithwell is a specialist school situated in the beautiful village of Braithwell just outside of Doncaster.
We offer:
🕛 Full Time or Part Time (Term-Time only)
💰 £25,801.98 per annum (£15.29 per hour)
💼 Working in an accepting, inclusive environment with full training before you start
We want passionate and talented Teaching Assistants to support our autistic children and young people to reach their full potential.
Apply ➡️ https://bit.ly/3QcaT50
5 June 2026
What's better than a bit of jacuzzi time? 🫧
At South Lodge and Iedale, residents were very thankful for the sensory comfort of a warm jacuzzi.
We're a bit jealous! 🥰
4 June 2026
Did you know we have Family Support Hubs? 👨👩👦
Our Family Support hubs are monthly meet-ups for parents/carers and children aged 11 and under, with the exception of our teen hub in Mansfield Woodhouse.
Other than a small charge for refreshments, attendance at our hubs is completely free.
Find an event ➡️ https://bit.ly/42VfUln
