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 |
Work with us for a year in Carlton and we start refunding your training costs weekly. Your investment pays itself back.
You choose your working hours in Carlton. Mornings, evenings, weekends — you're in complete control of your diary.
Over 70% of our instructors in Carlton have waiting lists. There's never been a better time to join the profession.
Want to become a driving instructor in Carlton? My Four Wheels is one of the UK's most trusted and fastest-growing driving schools, with over 500 instructors on the road. Join our team in Carlton and enjoy amazing benefits, guaranteed work, and the flexibility to be your own boss.
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 Carlton.
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
You set your own diary in Carlton, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Carlton. We even refund your training fees over time.
Your car in Carlton 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 Carlton. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Carlton. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Carlton develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Carlton. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Students in Carlton 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 Carlton. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Every learner in Carlton 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.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Carlton.
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 Carlton. 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 Carlton.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Carlton.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Carlton. 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 Carlton.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Carlton.
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 Carlton.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Carlton. 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 Carlton instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Carlton and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Carlton 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 Carlton, 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 Carlton — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Carlton 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 Carlton - 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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