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 |
Train as a driving instructor in Paignton and build a career that works around your life. Our 20-28 weeks programme is one of the most flexible in the industry, with part-time and intensive options available for trainees across the Paignton area.
Your training doesn't stop at qualification. We provide continuous support and development opportunities throughout your career in Paignton.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Paignton. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
Combine online study through our Academy platform with practical in-car sessions in Paignton. Learn theory at home and practise skills on the road.
Our trainees in Paignton achieve above-average pass rates thanks to our proven teaching methods and comprehensive preparation.
Our Paignton training uses the latest DVSA standards and teaching techniques. You'll learn evidence-based methods that produce confident, safe drivers.
Not all students in Paignton learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Every learner in Paignton 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.
Every student in Paignton 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.
Students in Paignton 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.
Busy roads in Paignton can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
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.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Paignton.
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 Paignton. 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 Paignton.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Paignton's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Paignton 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 Paignton trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Paignton.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Paignton.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Paignton.
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 Paignton.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Paignton 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 Paignton, 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 Paignton — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Paignton while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Paignton with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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