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 |
Looking for a career that gives you genuine independence in Eastwood? As a My Four Wheels instructor, you set your own hours, choose your working days, and teach in the local area you know best. We handle the rest.
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 Eastwood.
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
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Eastwood, you'll make a real difference every day.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Eastwood. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
As a self-employed instructor in Eastwood, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
Most of our instructors in Eastwood have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
Choose from a fantastic range of cars in Eastwood, all supplied with dual controls. No need to use your own vehicle — we provide everything you need to teach.
You set your own diary in Eastwood, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Eastwood develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Not all students in Eastwood learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Busy roads in Eastwood can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Every learner in Eastwood 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.
As a driving instructor in Eastwood, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
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 Eastwood trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Eastwood 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 Eastwood.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Eastwood.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Eastwood's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Eastwood 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 Eastwood trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Eastwood.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Eastwood.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Eastwood 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 Eastwood.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Eastwood.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Eastwood 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 Eastwood, 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 Eastwood — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Eastwood 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 Eastwood - 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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