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 at your own pace around your current commitments in St Leonards-on-Sea. Our part-time and intensive training options let you qualify while maintaining your existing job.
Qualified instructors in St Leonards-on-Sea can earn substantial incomes. With flexible hours and growing demand, this career offers genuine financial rewards.
You're assigned a personal Part 1 specialist in St Leonards-on-Sea 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 St Leonards-on-Sea training.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our St Leonards-on-Sea trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
No teaching background needed to train in St Leonards-on-Sea. Most of our successful instructors came from completely different careers and found their calling here.
Students in St Leonards-on-Sea 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 St Leonards-on-Sea develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in St Leonards-on-Sea. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Busy roads in St Leonards-on-Sea can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Every learner in St Leonards-on-Sea 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.
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 St Leonards-on-Sea trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in St Leonards-on-Sea 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 St Leonards-on-Sea.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in St Leonards-on-Sea.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on St Leonards-on-Sea 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 St Leonards-on-Sea roads.
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 St Leonards-on-Sea.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in St Leonards-on-Sea. 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 St Leonards-on-Sea instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in St Leonards-on-Sea and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in St Leonards-on-Sea 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 St Leonards-on-Sea, 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 St Leonards-on-Sea — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in St Leonards-on-Sea while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in St Leonards-on-Sea with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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