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 |
My Four Wheels Academy in Southend offers a structured 20-28 weeks pathway to your ADI qualification. Our blended training combines online learning, in-car coaching, and classroom sessions — all tailored to help you succeed on the town and nearby roads's roads.
Train at your own pace around your current commitments in Southend. Our part-time and intensive training options let you qualify while maintaining your existing job.
No teaching background needed to train in Southend. Most of our successful instructors came from completely different careers and found their calling here.
Combine online study through our Academy platform with practical in-car sessions in Southend. Learn theory at home and practise skills on the road.
You're assigned a personal Part 1 specialist in Southend who guides you through theory preparation with regular check-ins and mock test support.
Get 24/7 access to our online training platform with video tutorials, mock tests, lesson plans, and progress tracking — all included in your Southend training.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Southend. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
Students in Southend 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 Southend. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Southend. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Every learner in Southend progresses differently. The best instructors adapt their teaching style to match each student's needs, whether they're nervous beginners or confident drivers needing fine-tuning.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Southend. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
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'll send you everything you need — your training manual, key driving-instructor study books, and access to the My Four Wheels Academy online platform.
Log in anytime, 24/7. Work through interactive lessons, watch videos, and take unlimited mock tests until you're confident and ready.
You'll be guided by a dedicated Part 1 specialist who'll answer your questions and help you stay on track.
Pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests and build the foundation for your driving instructor career in Southend.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Southend 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 Southend roads.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Southend.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Southend 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 Southend.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Southend.
Once you pass Part 2, you're eligible for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This means you can start earning by teaching real learners in Southend right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Southend 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 Southend 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 Southend.
Book quality driving lessons in Southend with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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