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 Oakwood have waiting lists. There's never been a better time to join the profession.
Work with us for a year in Oakwood and we start refunding your training costs weekly. Your investment pays itself back.
We supply a modern, fully equipped dual-control car for your teaching in Oakwood. Insurance and maintenance included.
Join over 500 instructors already teaching with My Four Wheels across the UK. In Oakwood, we guarantee you a position, provide a fully equipped car, and keep your diary full with a steady flow of local learners.
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 Oakwood.
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 Oakwood comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
Choose from a fantastic range of cars in Oakwood, all supplied with dual controls. No need to use your own vehicle — we provide everything you need to teach.
Teach in the part of Oakwood you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
Earn between £40k-£50k a year in your first year as a My Four Wheels instructor in Oakwood. With high demand for lessons, your earning potential is excellent.
Most of our instructors in Oakwood have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Oakwood. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
As a driving instructor in Oakwood, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Every learner in Oakwood 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.
Students in Oakwood 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.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Oakwood. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Not all students in Oakwood 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.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Oakwood.
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 Oakwood. 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 Oakwood.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Oakwood 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 Oakwood 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 Oakwood.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Oakwood. 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 Oakwood instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Oakwood 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 Oakwood right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Oakwood 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 Oakwood 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 Oakwood.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Oakwood - 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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