What’s changed?

Task 2 for all ESPs within Digital Support and Security were previously listed as taking place in a window. This was incorrect.

Task 2 must take place on a Pearson‑set date and must be completed before Task 3.  

Correct dates for Task 2

Assessment date: Friday 15 May 2026

Materials released to you: Wednesday 13 May 2026 (two working days before the assessment)

Submission deadline: Monday 18 May 2026

We’ve published an updated key dates schedule and timetable to reflect this change. No other ESP tasks are affected. 

We’re here to support you

We understand this change may cause disruption and we’re sorry for the mistake. 

So we know you’ve received and understood this update, please complete this quick form. You might also receive a call from us so we can offer any support you might need; for example, if you’ve already scheduled Task 2 and can’t fully manage the change in this series. 

Don’t want to wait for a call? If you need help, please contact us through the Pearson support portal and include ‘ESP assessment Task 2 schedule’ in your subject line.

This will make it easier for us to help you as quickly as possible. Once again, we’re sorry for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding.

Kind regards

Chris Wood
Manager, Assessment 

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