You've done it! You've taken the first important step on your road to a new exciting career.
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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 |
Our trainees in Portswood achieve above-average pass rates thanks to our proven teaching methods and comprehensive preparation.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Portswood. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
Start earning immediately in Portswood with our job guarantee. We provide a steady stream of pupils so you can build your teaching business with confidence.
No teaching background needed to train in Portswood. Most of our successful instructors came from completely different careers and found their calling here.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Portswood. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Portswood develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Students in Portswood 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 Portswood. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Portswood. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
As a driving instructor in Portswood, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
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 Portswood.
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 Portswood. 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 Portswood.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Portswood.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Portswood. 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 Portswood.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Portswood.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Portswood.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Portswood 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 Portswood.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Portswood.
Once you pass Part 2, you're eligible for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This means you can start earning by teaching real learners in Portswood right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Portswood 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 Portswood 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 Portswood.
Book quality driving lessons in Portswood with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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