This month, we’re sharing a short Creative Media update to highlight key news and the support available.
May 2026 Creative Media update
1 May 2026
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Welcome to your May 2026 update.
Work With Us! Part-Time Creative Media Subject Advisor Role
We’re recruiting a part-time (0.4 FTE) Advanced Specialist, Education Specialist (Creative Media) to join our expert team of Subject Advisors.
This role is perfect for someone with strong knowledge of vocational Creative Media qualifications who enjoys supporting teachers and centres, answering subject‑specific queries, sharing clear guidance and resources, and bringing real industry and classroom insight into qualification development.
Roles are hybrid, with occasional travel, and are available in regions around our London, Manchester, and Oxford offices.
If you’re passionate about vocational Creative Media education and want to make a genuine impact across our qualifications, we’d love to hear from you.
Reform Consultation: Have Your Say
Your opportunity to review and respond to reform!
Ofqual have launched a consultation on regulating post-16 vocational and technical qualifications at levels 2 and 3.
Deadline: 2 July 2026
Review the consultation content and respond
Teaching BTEC with Confidence: Funding and Support
As BTEC reform continues, we’re sharing updated guidance to help you plan with confidence.
These resources outline how Pearson is supporting centres to continue delivering BTEC qualifications, alongside clear information on funding, support arrangements, and what this means for your learners and programmes.
Briefing Session for Post-16 Vocational Reforms
Sign up for our upcoming briefing where we will bring you up to date with the recent government announcements on Post-16 Vocational reform at Levels 2 and 3 in Art and Design and Creative Media:
- 20 May
You'll learn more about government decisions on what new qualifications will look like, when each subject area will transition, and what this means for funding of current qualifications.
Introducing Digital Credentials for Vocational Qualifications
We’re introducing digital credentials for Pearson vocational qualifications — a secure, online way for students to access and share their achievements alongside paper certificates.
This change supports progression into further study and employment, with no changes to assessment, grading or standards.
Digital credentials will be available for vocational qualifications, excluding Tech Awards and T Levels.
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