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 |
You choose your working hours in Downend. Mornings, evenings, weekends — you're in complete control of your diary.
Over 70% of our instructors in Downend have waiting lists. There's never been a better time to join the profession.
First-year earnings for My Four Wheels instructors in Downend. High demand means strong, consistent income.
Make a real difference every day as a driving instructor in Downend. My Four Wheels gives you everything you need to succeed — training, a car, guaranteed pupils, and the flexibility to work the hours that suit your life in the town and nearby 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 Downend.
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 Downend comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
Work with My Four Wheels in Downend for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Downend. We even refund your training fees over time.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Downend. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Most of our instructors in Downend have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
As a driving instructor in Downend, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Downend. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
Every student in Downend 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.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Downend develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Downend. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
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 Downend.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Downend 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 Downend roads.
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 Downend.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Downend. 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 Downend instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Downend and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Downend 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 Downend, 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 Downend — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Downend 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 Downend - 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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