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 |
Qualify and you're guaranteed a role with My Four Wheels in Cardiff. We'll keep your diary full with local learners.
Teach learners in and around Cardiff. No long commutes — spend your time earning, not travelling.
Work with us for a year in Cardiff and we start refunding your training costs weekly. Your investment pays itself back.
Ready for a career change in Cardiff? Become a driving instructor with My Four Wheels and enjoy flexible hours, great income, and genuine job satisfaction. We provide guaranteed pupils in Cardiff so you can focus on what matters — teaching people a skill for life.
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 Cardiff.
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
Your car in Cardiff comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
You set your own diary in Cardiff, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Work with My Four Wheels in Cardiff for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Cardiff, you'll make a real difference every day.
You're never alone as an instructor in Cardiff. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
Every student in Cardiff is different. Working with a variety of personalities requires an open and adaptable mindset. If you enjoy meeting new people and helping them learn, this career is for you.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Cardiff. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Students in Cardiff 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.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Cardiff. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Busy roads in Cardiff can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
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.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Cardiff.
The Academy is available around the clock. Complete interactive modules, watch instructional videos, and take practice exams whenever suits you.
A dedicated Part 1 specialist is assigned to you in Cardiff. They'll track your progress, answer questions, and ensure you're fully prepared.
Pass both the DVSA Theory Test and Hazard Perception Test, proving you have the knowledge foundation to become an instructor in Cardiff.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Cardiff's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Cardiff during 8 hours of paired in-car sessions. Our Buddy System is proven to improve confidence and test readiness.
Track your Part 2 progress, watch driving technique videos, and test yourself with quizzes on the My Four Wheels Academy — available 24/7 to Cardiff trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Cardiff.
Learn to structure lessons, give clear feedback, adapt to different learner needs, and manage on-road risk. These are the core skills for instructing in Cardiff.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Cardiff. Combined with online learning, this intensive programme prepares you thoroughly for the final exam.
The My Four Wheels Academy provides Part 3 video demonstrations, lesson planning tools, and mock assessment scenarios to build your confidence as a Cardiff instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Cardiff and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Cardiff after Part 2. Teach real pupils, gain confidence, and build your skills ahead of the final qualification step.
Nothing prepares you for Part 3 like actual teaching. In Cardiff, you'll work with a range of learners and develop the adaptability every great instructor needs.
The My Four Wheels Academy stays with you through the trainee stage in Cardiff — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Cardiff while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Cardiff - 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
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