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 |
Become a qualified driving instructor in Portishead with My Four Wheels Training Academy. Our 24-30 weeks training programme is designed for both career changers and those looking to qualify as ADI instructors in the Portishead area. With comprehensive support and a proven track record, we'll guide you from complete beginner to fully qualified instructor.
Your training doesn't stop at qualification. We provide continuous support and development opportunities throughout your career in Portishead.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our Portishead trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
Our trainees in Portishead achieve above-average pass rates thanks to our proven teaching methods and comprehensive preparation.
Start earning immediately in Portishead with our job guarantee. We provide a steady stream of pupils so you can build your teaching business with confidence.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Portishead. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
Busy roads in Portishead can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Every student in Portishead 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 Portishead 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.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Portishead. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Portishead. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
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 Portishead.
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 Portishead. 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 Portishead.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Portishead.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Portishead. 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 Portishead.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Portishead.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Portishead.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Portishead 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 Portishead.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Portishead.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Portishead 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 Portishead, 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 Portishead — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Portishead while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Portishead with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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