Dickinson signed for Derby County in July 2008 for a fee of around £750,000, becoming Paul Jewell's ninth signing of the 2008–09 pre-season. In order for Dickinson to gain more experience, Jewell sent him on an initial one-month loan to League One club Huddersfield Town, on 19 August 2008.
In July 2008, Dickinson joined Derby County for approximately £750,000, becoming Paul Jewell's ninth signing of the 2008–09 pre-season. To enhance his experience, Jewell loaned Dickinson to Huddersfield Town for a one-month period in August 2008.