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 |
We supply a modern, fully equipped dual-control car for your teaching in Portobello. Insurance and maintenance included.
Over 70% of our instructors in Portobello have waiting lists. There's never been a better time to join the profession.
Teach learners in and around Portobello. No long commutes — spend your time earning, not travelling.
Want to become a driving instructor in Portobello? My Four Wheels is one of the UK's most trusted and fastest-growing driving schools, with over 500 instructors on the road. Join our team in Portobello and enjoy amazing benefits, guaranteed work, and the flexibility to be your own boss.
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 Portobello.
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
Teach in the part of Portobello you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Portobello. We even refund your training fees over time.
Earn between £40k-£50k a year in your first year as a My Four Wheels instructor in Portobello. With high demand for lessons, your earning potential is excellent.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Portobello. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
You set your own diary in Portobello, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Every learner in Portobello 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 Portobello 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.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Portobello. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
As a driving instructor in Portobello, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Every student in Portobello 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.
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 Portobello.
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 Portobello. 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 Portobello.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Portobello 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 Portobello roads.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Portobello.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Portobello 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 Portobello.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Portobello.
Once you pass Part 2, you're eligible for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This means you can start earning by teaching real learners in Portobello right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Portobello 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 Portobello 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 Portobello.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Portobello - 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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