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 |
Work with us for a year in Portlethen 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 Portlethen. Insurance and maintenance included.
No teaching background needed to start in Portlethen. We provide comprehensive training from day one through to qualification.
Take control of your career in Portlethen by becoming a driving instructor with My Four Wheels. With earnings of £40k-£50k in your first year, flexible hours, and a guaranteed role, there's never been a better time to join the UK's fastest-growing driving school.
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 Portlethen.
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
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Portlethen. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
Teach in the part of Portlethen you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
You're never alone as an instructor in Portlethen. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
Most of our instructors in Portlethen have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
You set your own diary in Portlethen, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Our fleet in Portlethen includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Portlethen develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Every student in Portlethen 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.
Not all students in Portlethen learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Portlethen. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Every learner in Portlethen 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.
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 Portlethen.
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 Portlethen. 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 Portlethen.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Portlethen.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Portlethen. 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 Portlethen.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Portlethen.
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 Portlethen.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Portlethen. 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 Portlethen instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Portlethen and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Portlethen 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 Portlethen, 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 Portlethen — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Portlethen 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 Portlethen - 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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