Nathan Tyson admits he has suffered a "stop-start" season at Notts County - but is hoping to play a key role in Chesterfield's survival bid.
Tyson sealed a loan move to the Spireites on Friday in deal that will see him stay with John Pemberton's side until the end of the campaign.
The conditions of the loan means he is ineligible for this weekend's National League clash between the sides as Chesterfield aim for a vital win in their bid to beat the drop.
They were held to a 1-1 draw at home to AFC Fylde at the weekend and Pemberton has turned to Tyson to help keep them up.
The former Wycombe forward, a free transfer arrival in the summer, has been limited to just a handful of appearances at Notts due to the form of Kyle Wootton, Wes Thomas and Kristian Dennis.
But the former Nottingham Forest forward is relishing the task ahead at the Pro Act where Chesterfield are currently fourth from bottom in the table.
"With the rebuilding process at County over the summer it was tough,” he told Spireites Digital.
“It’s been a bit stop-start for me this season, hence why I have come on loan here.
“Stepping down to this league, there isn’t much difference from League Two, to be honest.
“It’s exciting, it’s high tempo, some of the pitches aren’t great but you have to get on with it.
“At the end of the day, the club is in the position that no player wants to be in but you’ve got to strive and work together.
“I’m here to push everyone along, I’m here to make an impact and contribute to the cause.”
Pemberton believes Tyson's experience will prove crucial from now until the end of the season and the former Derby forward intends to pass on his wisdom.
“It’s just encouragement - encourage the lads that they can get out of this,” said the 37-year-old.
“There’s some really good players here and you don’t become a bad player overnight. There are certain situations that have gone on and you’ve just got to make sure that you are positive.
“That comes with the fans as well so hopefully they’ll get behind us and help us get out of the situation that we are in.”
