Partner Governors

I’m currently studying a PhD, which includes primary research looking at the experiences of pre-registration nursing students in caring for patients and their loved ones, as they reach palliative and end of life phase of their illness.

Being a partner governor allows me to support the local Trust and share good practice, but also contribute to the Trust's success in a meaningful way. Many of our students take up qualified nursing posts and this is an opportunity to support them in their onward journey too.

Steven Brennan-Collis is the deputy Partner Governor for Michelle. 

Despite the pressures of COVID-19 faced by the NHS and Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS FT, my orientation to become a Governor was welcoming and I was pleased to volunteer as a representative of the University of Sheffield’s Faculty of Health and Medicine. 

My role as a Governor offers the opportunity for me to ‘give something back’ to the NHS, as well as represent our fantastic students and placement learning. 

My background is in nursing, including critical care and palliative care. I am currently a lecturer in older people and care, with a research interest in palliative and end-of-life care. I am particularly interested in exploring how services can meet the needs of older people, as well as support people to make decisions about their care. 

The role of Chesterfield Royal Hospital Foundation Trust in the partnership working toward integrated care and Joined Up Care Derbyshire is particularly exciting and innovative and I look forward to seeing this work develop.

Fiona's Deputy is Rachel Johki. 

I am a Chesterfield Borough Councillor and member of the Council’s Cabinet with responsibility for Governance. 

I applied for the position of partner governor at Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS FT because of my interest in healthcare. This is partly a result of my longstanding professional involvement in developing training and qualifications for the care sector, but it is also due to the amount of time that I have spent over the last five years liaising and negotiating with Chesterfield Hospital colleagues on behalf of a close relative who has had multiple hospital admissions and visits to the Emergency Department.

This has given me a good understanding of the challenges that the hospital is facing and a strong desire to contribute to tackling them, especially the need for a better interface between health and social care.

With over 25 years' experience in the Merchant Navy and a background in defence project management, I bring a mixture of compassion, strategic insight and operational leadership to all my ventures.

Her longstanding commitment to the community is reflected in her roles as Deputy Leader of Bolsover District Council for three years and as Portfolio Holder for Health & Wellbeing, Leisure, Contact Centres, and the Bolsover Partnership for the past 12 years.

Mary is deeply rooted in her local community and actively involved in numerous initiatives aimed at improving the lives of residents. She has played a key role on the Leisure Committee for the Leisure Centre (The Arc) at Clowne and has recently been instrumental in securing a new church hall for the Parish of Pinxton, further demonstrating her dedication to community development.

With her wealth of experience in public service, health, and community engagement, Mary brings a passionate and informed voice to the role of NHS Governor.

Jeanne Raspin is deputy for Anne. 

The Centre worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic as we provided a shopping service for those on the shielded list or forced to socially isolate.

I enjoy writing and photography and, for my sins, I am a season ticket holder with Chesterfield FC.

After many years of navigating my own physical and mental health challenges, and with the invaluable support from Derbyshire Action’s staff and the lasting relationships I’ve built at the Hub @ Low Pavement, I have developed a passion and confidence to use my skills and experience to support my local community, particularly in the areas of health and mental wellbeing.

With 35 years of lived experience, I founded a not-for-profit community organisation that leverages the power of photography to break down barriers, raise aspirations, build new relationships, and promote good mental health and wellbeing.

I currently serve on the Derbyshire Voluntary Action’s Board of Directors and am an active member of both the Derbyshire Voluntary Action Health and Social Care Voluntary Sector Forum and the Chesterfield Living Well Collaborative.

I believe in an equal society where everyone has equitable and easy access to the right support. Health and social care are integral parts of my life due to my own health conditions, and I use this lived experience to help the Chesterfield community come together to improve their health and wellbeing.

I aim to use my skills to foster deeper relationships and understanding between our local communities, the Voluntary Community Sector, and Chesterfield Royal Hospital. I am committed to honestly and openly representing the voice of Derbyshire Voluntary Action members and the wider VCSE community.

My role is focused on ensuring long-term sustainability, innovation, and excellence across these key areas, supporting the College’s mission to Inspiring Futures, Changing Lives.

Prior to joining Chesterfield College in January 2023, my career was rooted in the private sector, where I held roles at notable organisations including Derby County Football Club, Decathlon UK, and Denby Pottery. These experiences have equipped me with a broad and dynamic skill set in financial leadership, commercial strategy, and operational efficiency, which I now bring to the education sector.

I am honoured to serve as a Partner Governor, I am passionate about exploring how our students can actively contribute to shaping the future of our much-loved National Health Service, and I look forward to deepening these partnerships for the benefit of our community.