You've done it! You've taken the first important step on your road to a new exciting career.
You're going to receive a call from one of our career advisors who can answer any questions you might have, but in the meantime we'll send you at a career brochure in the post jam packed full of really useful information!
Everyone who joins the My Four Wheels team benefit s from nothing to pay for the first 2 weeks of their franchise, 2 FREE driving school weeks per year thereafter, the ability to earn an extra 2 FREE franchise weeks for good performance and also have the option of either £400 cash back every year or £10 reduced from their fees for franchise contributions.
The below matrix is based on our most popular franchise with a nearly new car, an average lesson rate of £32 and the driving instructor taking a reduced £10 weekly fee for insurance contributions.
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 1 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees (inc car) | -£210 | -£210 | -£210 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £483 | £714 | £945 |
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 2 & 3 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees | -£190 | -£190 | -£190 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £503 | £734 | £965 |
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Ever wondered what it's really like to be a driving instructor? In this video, we explore the everyday rewards and long-term benefits of joining the profession - especially when you do it with My Four Wheels.
From financial freedom to personal satisfaction, becoming a driving instructor offers a career that's both fulfilling and flexible.
Earning potential of up to £50,000+ per year
Flexible hours and better work-life balance
Making a real difference in people's lives
The pride of helping learners achieve independence
Working as part of the UK's most trusted driving school
Why our instructors choose My Four Wheels
If you're looking for more than just a job, discover why so many people are choosing to become instructors with My Four Wheels.
Learn more and apply nowMy Four Wheels partners with the UK's leading dual control car providers to supply driving schools with high-quality vehicles for their instructors.
We offer a wide range selection of both brand-new and nearly-new cars, including popular models like the Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3, and Vauxhall Corsa.
Ensuring that My Four Wheels have access to the latest and most reliable vehicles for their training needs.
Average Lesson Price: £38/hour
Instructor Salary (32/hour week): £38,688 annually,
assuming 32 hours of work per week and 4 weeks of holiday.
Potential Earnings for Full-Time Instructors (40/hour week): over £50,000/annually.
Take control of your time and career with a flexible work schedule that fits your lifestyle.
Whether you prefer weekdays, weekends, mornings, or evenings, the choice is yours. Work the hours that suit you best, and have full control over your own calendar.
Say goodbye to the traditional 9-to-5 grind and hello to a life where work fits around you, not the other way around.
On average, our driving instructors work within a 30-minute radius of their home, typically covering 6 to 8 local postcodes, including their own.
If you're based in a city, your service area might be smaller. On the other hand, if you're located in a more rural area, your radius could be a little larger to effectively address the challenge of limited learner populations in smaller regions.
This allows you to focus on your community while minimising travel time between lessons.
We've saved the best for last... JOB SATISFACTION!
With over 350 driving instructors from diverse backgrounds, there's one thing they all agree on, nothing beats the joy of seeing a learner pass their test.
As a driving instructor, you get to experience this rewarding moment up to 50 times a year!
As an instructor, students are counting on you to show up on time and follow through on your commitments. Being dependable is essential for building trust and credibility with your clients.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time. Punctuality is a key factor in creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Not all students will learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you to guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
As a driving instructor, you are running your own business or working with a driving school, so excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Every student is different, and working with a variety of personalities requires an open and adaptable mindset. If you enjoy meeting new people and helping them learn, this career could be a good fit for you.
You must have held a full UK driving license (or an approved foreign license) for at least three years.
You cannot have been banned from driving in the last five years and should have no more than five penalty points on your license. This ensures that you are a safe and responsible driver yourself, a key factor when teaching others.
We’ll send you everything you need - your training manual, key driving-instructor study books, and access to the My Four Wheels Academy online platform.
Log in anytime, 24/7. Work through interactive lessons, watch videos, and take unlimited mock tests until you’re confident and ready.
You’ll be guided by a dedicated Part 1 specialist who’ll answer your questions and help you stay on track.
Pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests and build the foundation for your driving instructor career.
After Part 1, you’ll start developing the advanced driving skills needed to reach DVSA instructor standard - precision, planning and professional control.
You’ll receive 8 hours of in-car training through our tailored Buddy System. We pair you with another trainee who matches your learning style so you can learn and progress together.
The My Four Wheels Academy supports your in-car sessions with Part 2 video tutorials, progress tracking and interactive quizzes. You can log in anytime to refresh your knowledge and stay test-ready.
We’ll fine-tune your driving to DVSA standards - covering observation, anticipation and vehicle control - so you’re fully prepared for your Part 2 test.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 driving test and demonstrate safe, confident, professional driving ability.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons.
You’ll complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. This is where you practise teaching techniques and lesson delivery with live support.
The My Four Wheels Academy is your central hub for Part 3 training - featuring demonstration videos, lesson plans, assessment guides and live classroom replays. You can study anytime and track your progress towards your final assessment.
We’ll help you practise lesson delivery and develop a professional teaching style so you’re confident and ready for the DVSA Instructional Ability Test.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 test and qualify as a fully approved driving instructor (ADI).
After passing Part 2, you can apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This lets you start teaching real pupils and earning income while completing Part 3.
You’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students under the support of the My Four Wheels team and trainers.
You’ll continue to train through the My Four Wheels Academy, combining online learning and in-car coaching to refine your instructional skills before your final exam.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor - even if you're starting from scratch.
In this video, we walk you through how our industry-leading training works and why so many trainees choose My Four Wheels to launch their new career.
Step-by-step overview of the ADI qualification process
How we support you through Part 1, 2 and 3 of the training
Access to expert trainers and real in-car experience
Flexible training to suit your schedule
Guaranteed position upon qualification
Why My Four Wheels is the UK's most trusted driving school
If you're looking for more than just a job, discover why so many people are choosing to become instructors with My Four Wheels.
Learn more and apply now