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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22 July 2026

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🍿 We're Hiring! 🍿

ACE Popcorn is seeking a Production & Sales Supervisor to oversee production, develop new business opportunities and support autistic employees in a growing social enterprise.

💰 £32,714.22 per annum
📍 Based in Worksop
📅 Full-time, 2-Year Fixed Term

This role involves:

✅ Production Leadership
✅ Sales & Business Development
✅ Community Engagement
✅ Meaningful Social Impact

Apply: https://bit.ly/45gdIpp

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Summer Party! ☀️

Our Whitegates staff threw a special get-together where the people we support across our services enjoyed the beautiful weather and socialised together with other service users and staff! ✨

We had music, burgers, Summer and luau themed accessories and our Hilltop crew even came in costume, as Robin Hood and his Merry Men 🏹

Thank you to everyone who came, and all staff who were involved in organising and making sure everyone had a wonderful time! ⭐

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Take a peep at our popcorn! 🍿

Our ACE Popcorn enterprise creates and delivers salted, sweet and caramel flavoured popcorn locally and through our online store.

Delivered straight to your door, or via local pick-up at our centre in Worksop. 🚚

Hand-created by autistic staff trained to deliver the very best in popcorn production, every bag supports our work and sustainable employment for autistic individuals.

Order today at acepopcorn.org.uk ⭐