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 |
No teaching background needed to start in Handsworth. We provide comprehensive training from day one through to qualification.
Work with us for a year in Handsworth and we start refunding your training costs weekly. Your investment pays itself back.
You choose your working hours in Handsworth. Mornings, evenings, weekends — you're in complete control of your diary.
Want to become a driving instructor in Handsworth? 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 Handsworth 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 Handsworth.
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 Handsworth, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
As a self-employed instructor in Handsworth, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Handsworth. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Handsworth. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
You're never alone as an instructor in Handsworth. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Handsworth. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Every student in Handsworth 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 Handsworth develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Students in Handsworth 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.
As a driving instructor in Handsworth, 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'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 Handsworth.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Handsworth.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Handsworth. 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 Handsworth.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Handsworth.
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 Handsworth.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Handsworth. 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 Handsworth instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Handsworth and beyond.
Once you pass Part 2, you're eligible for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This means you can start earning by teaching real learners in Handsworth right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Handsworth while receiving ongoing guidance from our experienced trainers. It's the best preparation for your Part 3 exam.
Use the Academy and in-car coaching sessions in Handsworth to refine your teaching technique. By the time you sit Part 3, you'll have genuine classroom experience.
Build practical teaching experience, earn real income, and prepare confidently for your final ADI qualification exam in Handsworth.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Handsworth - 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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