Michele Deans

Michele Deans serves as the Operations Director at Children North East since January 2019, bringing a wealth of experience in community development and engagement from previous roles, including Head of Community Development and Engagement at Rathbone Training UK and Regional Manager at The Children's Food Trust. Michele's career in the sector includes notable positions such as Freelance Trainer for the Early Childhood Unit and Programme Manager at The Children's Society. Educational qualifications include diplomas in Social Work, Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector, and Leadership and Management from Northumbria University and Newcastle College.