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 |
Train as a driving instructor in Shepway and build a career that works around your life. Our 5-6 months programme is one of the most flexible in the industry, with part-time and intensive options available for trainees across the Shepway area.
Qualified instructors in Shepway can earn substantial incomes. With flexible hours and growing demand, this career offers genuine financial rewards.
Get 24/7 access to our online training platform with video tutorials, mock tests, lesson plans, and progress tracking — all included in your Shepway training.
Your training doesn't stop at qualification. We provide continuous support and development opportunities throughout your career in Shepway.
Combine online study through our Academy platform with practical in-car sessions in Shepway. Learn theory at home and practise skills on the road.
Learn from experienced trainers who know the Shepway test routes and local driving conditions. Their insider knowledge gives you a competitive advantage.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Shepway. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Busy roads in Shepway can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Not all students in Shepway learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Every student in Shepway 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.
As a driving instructor in Shepway, 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.
We provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Shepway trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Shepway 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 Shepway.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Shepway.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Shepway.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Shepway. 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 Shepway.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Shepway.
Learn to structure lessons, give clear feedback, adapt to different learner needs, and manage on-road risk. These are the core skills for instructing in Shepway.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Shepway. Combined with online learning, this intensive programme prepares you thoroughly for the final exam.
The My Four Wheels Academy provides Part 3 video demonstrations, lesson planning tools, and mock assessment scenarios to build your confidence as a Shepway instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Shepway and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Shepway 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 Shepway, 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 Shepway — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Shepway while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Shepway with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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