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 |
Your training doesn't stop at qualification. We provide continuous support and development opportunities throughout your career in Cottingham.
Our Cottingham training uses the latest DVSA standards and teaching techniques. You'll learn evidence-based methods that produce confident, safe drivers.
Learn from experienced trainers who know the Cottingham test routes and local driving conditions. Their insider knowledge gives you a competitive advantage.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Cottingham. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Cottingham. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
Get 24/7 access to our online training platform with video tutorials, mock tests, lesson plans, and progress tracking — all included in your Cottingham training.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Cottingham. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
As a driving instructor in Cottingham, 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 Cottingham develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Every learner in Cottingham 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.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Cottingham. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
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.
We provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Cottingham trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Cottingham 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 Cottingham.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Cottingham.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Cottingham roads.
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.
The Academy supports your in-car sessions with Part 2 video tutorials, progress tracking and interactive quizzes.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 driving test and demonstrate safe, confident, professional driving ability on Cottingham roads.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Cottingham.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Cottingham alongside structured online modules. This blend ensures you're ready for real-world instruction.
Access lesson plan templates, example teaching videos, and assessment criteria breakdowns through the Academy — everything you need to prepare for Part 3 in Cottingham.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Cottingham.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Cottingham while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Cottingham 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 Cottingham.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Cottingham.
Book quality driving lessons in Cottingham with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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