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 |
Earn £40k-£50k in your first year as a driving instructor in Adswood. My Four Wheels provides your car, guarantees your work, and offers ongoing support so you can build a career you love across town centre and country roads.
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 Adswood.
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
Teach in the part of Adswood you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
Your car in Adswood comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Adswood. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
You're never alone as an instructor in Adswood. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
As a self-employed instructor in Adswood, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Adswood, you'll make a real difference every day.
As a driving instructor in Adswood, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Adswood develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Adswood. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
Students in Adswood 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.
Every learner in Adswood progresses differently. The best instructors adapt their teaching style to match each student's needs, whether they're nervous beginners or confident drivers needing fine-tuning.
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 provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Adswood trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Adswood with our 24/7 platform. Interactive lessons, video content, and mock tests let you prepare at a pace that works around your life.
Your assigned Part 1 specialist knows exactly what the DVSA tests require. They'll keep you focused and confident as you prepare in Adswood.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Adswood.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Adswood.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Adswood. 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 Adswood.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Adswood.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Adswood.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Adswood.
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 Adswood.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Adswood while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Adswood 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 Adswood.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Adswood.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Adswood - 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 Adswood with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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