Dean Mark Wilkins (born 12 July 1962) is an English football coach and former professional player.

Wilkins assumed the position of caretaker manager at Brighton & Hove Albion when Mark McGhee was sacked in early September 2006.

[2] On 31 July 2009, Wilkins was named as Alan Pardew's assistant manager at Southampton.

[6][7] Following his departure from Southampton, Wilkins was a member of the coaching staff for Reading, Sheffield United and Crystal Palace.

[8][9] Under his leadership Wilkins was able to help Stevenage climb the league table and finish in 14th place.