After being released by the Blades he returned to Saltergate and signed a two-year deal with Chesterfield. In November 2009, he joined Alfreton Town on an initial one-month loan deal. The following March, Kerry joined Kidderminster Harriers on loan with Luke Prosser for the remainder of the season. At the end of that season, Kerry was released by John Sheridan along with 11 other players.