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 |
Over 70% of our instructors in Southmead have waiting lists. There's never been a better time to join the profession.
Qualify and you're guaranteed a role with My Four Wheels in Southmead. We'll keep your diary full with local learners.
You choose your working hours in Southmead. Mornings, evenings, weekends — you're in complete control of your diary.
Want to become a driving instructor in Southmead? 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 Southmead 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 Southmead.
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
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Southmead. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Southmead, you'll make a real difference every day.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Southmead. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
You set your own diary in Southmead, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Our fleet in Southmead includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Southmead develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Every student in Southmead 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.
Every learner in Southmead 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.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Southmead. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Southmead. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
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 Southmead.
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 Southmead. 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 Southmead.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Southmead's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Southmead 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 Southmead trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Southmead.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Southmead.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Southmead 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 Southmead.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Southmead.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Southmead while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Southmead under the support of the My Four Wheels team and trainers.
Continue training through the Academy, combining online learning and in-car coaching to refine your instructional skills before your final exam in Southmead.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Southmead.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Southmead - 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
Book quality driving lessons in Southmead with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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