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 |
Qualify as a driving instructor in Portsmouth with the UK's top-rated training provider. Our 5-6 months programme has helped hundreds of trainees pass their ADI exams and start teaching in their local area.
Our Portsmouth training uses the latest DVSA standards and teaching techniques. You'll learn evidence-based methods that produce confident, safe drivers.
Learn from experienced trainers who know the Portsmouth test routes and local driving conditions. Their insider knowledge gives you a competitive advantage.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our Portsmouth trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
You're assigned a personal Part 1 specialist in Portsmouth who guides you through theory preparation with regular check-ins and mock test support.
Qualified instructors in Portsmouth can earn substantial incomes. With flexible hours and growing demand, this career offers genuine financial rewards.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Portsmouth. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
As a driving instructor in Portsmouth, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Portsmouth. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Students in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Portsmouth develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
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.
We provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Portsmouth trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Portsmouth with our 24/7 platform. Interactive lessons, video content, and mock tests let you prepare at a pace that works around your life.
Your assigned Part 1 specialist knows exactly what the DVSA tests require. They'll keep you focused and confident as you prepare in Portsmouth.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Portsmouth.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Portsmouth.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Portsmouth. 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 Portsmouth.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Portsmouth.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Portsmouth.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Portsmouth.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Portsmouth while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Portsmouth under the support of the My Four Wheels team and trainers.
Continue training through the Academy, combining online learning and in-car coaching to refine your instructional skills before your final exam in Portsmouth.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Portsmouth.
Book quality driving lessons in Portsmouth with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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