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 |
Join over 500 instructors already teaching with My Four Wheels across the UK. In Radford, we guarantee you a position, provide a fully equipped car, and keep your diary full with a steady flow of local learners.
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 Radford.
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
Choose from a fantastic range of cars in Radford, all supplied with dual controls. No need to use your own vehicle — we provide everything you need to teach.
You set your own diary in Radford, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
You're never alone as an instructor in Radford. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Radford. We even refund your training fees over time.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Radford, you'll make a real difference every day.
Most of our instructors in Radford have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Radford. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Radford. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Not all students in Radford learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Students in Radford 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.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Radford 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. 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 Radford.
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 Radford. 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 Radford.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Radford's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Radford during 8 hours of paired in-car sessions. Our Buddy System is proven to improve confidence and test readiness.
Track your Part 2 progress, watch driving technique videos, and test yourself with quizzes on the My Four Wheels Academy — available 24/7 to Radford trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Radford.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Radford.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Radford.
The Academy is your central hub for Part 3 — featuring demonstration videos, lesson plans, assessment guides and live classroom replays.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 test and qualify as a fully approved driving instructor (ADI) in Radford.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Radford 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 Radford, 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 Radford — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Radford 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 Radford - 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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