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 |
No teaching background needed to start in Richmond. We provide comprehensive training from day one through to qualification.
Work with us for a year in Richmond and we start refunding your training costs weekly. Your investment pays itself back.
Qualify and you're guaranteed a role with My Four Wheels in Richmond. We'll keep your diary full with local learners.
Want to become a driving instructor in Richmond? 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 Richmond 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 Richmond.
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
There's a record number of learner drivers in Richmond needing instructors. Over 70% of our instructors have waiting lists — demand has never been higher.
Most of our instructors in Richmond 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 Richmond, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Work with My Four Wheels in Richmond for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Richmond. We even refund your training fees over time.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Richmond develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Not all students in Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
As a driving instructor in Richmond, 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. This ensures that you are a safe and responsible driver yourself, a key factor when teaching others.
We provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Richmond trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Richmond 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 Richmond.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Richmond.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Richmond 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 Richmond roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Richmond.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Richmond.
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 Richmond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Richmond 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Richmond 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 Richmond - 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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