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 |
Over 70% of our instructors in Ilfracombe have waiting lists. There's never been a better time to join the profession.
First-year earnings for My Four Wheels instructors in Ilfracombe. High demand means strong, consistent income.
Qualify and you're guaranteed a role with My Four Wheels in Ilfracombe. We'll keep your diary full with local learners.
Start your rewarding career as a driving instructor in Ilfracombe with My Four Wheels. We offer a guaranteed job upon qualification, a fantastic car, and all the support you need to build a successful career teaching learners in the Ilfracombe area.
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 Ilfracombe.
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
Choose from a fantastic range of cars in Ilfracombe, all supplied with dual controls. No need to use your own vehicle — we provide everything you need to teach.
Teach in the part of Ilfracombe you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
There's a record number of learner drivers in Ilfracombe needing instructors. Over 70% of our instructors have waiting lists — demand has never been higher.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Ilfracombe. We even refund your training fees over time.
Our fleet in Ilfracombe includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Ilfracombe, you'll make a real difference every day.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Ilfracombe. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
As a driving instructor in Ilfracombe, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Every learner in Ilfracombe 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.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Ilfracombe. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Ilfracombe develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
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 Ilfracombe.
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 Ilfracombe. 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 Ilfracombe.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Ilfracombe 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 Ilfracombe roads.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Ilfracombe.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Ilfracombe 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 Ilfracombe.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Ilfracombe.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Ilfracombe 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 Ilfracombe, 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 Ilfracombe — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Ilfracombe 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 Ilfracombe - 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
Book quality driving lessons in Ilfracombe with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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