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 we'll send you at a career brochure in the post 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 |
Earn £40k-£50k in your first year as a driving instructor in Leeds. My Four Wheels provides your car, guarantees your work, and offers ongoing support so you can build a career you love across high-traffic junctions and quieter side 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 Leeds.
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 Leeds comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
As a self-employed instructor in Leeds, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
You're never alone as an instructor in Leeds. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Leeds. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Teach in the part of Leeds you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Leeds. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
Every student in Leeds 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.
As a driving instructor in Leeds, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Students in Leeds 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.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Leeds develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Not all students in Leeds learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
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 Leeds.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Leeds 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 Leeds roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Leeds.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Leeds.
The Academy is your central hub for Part 3 — featuring demonstration videos, lesson plans, assessment guides and live classroom replays.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 test and qualify as a fully approved driving instructor (ADI) in Leeds.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Leeds while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Leeds 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 Leeds.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Leeds.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Leeds - 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 Leeds with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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