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 take a look at our career guide — it's 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 |
There's never been a better time to become a driving instructor in Acton. With record numbers of learner drivers waiting for lessons and hourly rates at an all-time high, our local area instructors are busier than ever.
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 in Acton.
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
Working as part of the UK's most trusted driving school
Most of our instructors in Acton have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
Earn between £40k-£50k a year in your first year as a My Four Wheels instructor in Acton. With high demand for lessons, your earning potential is excellent.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Acton, you'll make a real difference every day.
Our fleet in Acton includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
You're never alone as an instructor in Acton. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Acton. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
As a driving instructor in Acton, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Busy roads in Acton can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Acton develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Students in Acton 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.
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 six penalty points on your licence. 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 in Acton.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Acton.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Acton. Learning together accelerates progress and builds real confidence.
Between in-car sessions, the Academy provides Part 2-specific tutorials, self-assessment tools, and video demonstrations to reinforce your skills in Acton.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Acton.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Acton.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Acton.
The Academy is your central hub for Part 3 — featuring demonstration videos, lesson plans, assessment guides and live classroom replays.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 test and qualify as a fully approved driving instructor (ADI) in Acton.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Acton while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Acton under the support of the My Four Wheels team and trainers.
Continue training through the Academy, combining online learning and in-car coaching to refine your instructional skills before your final exam in Acton.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Acton.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Acton - 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
Guaranteed position upon qualification
Book quality driving lessons in Acton with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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