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 |
Take control of your career in Summertown by becoming a driving instructor with My Four Wheels. With earnings of £40k-£50k in your first year, flexible hours, and a guaranteed role, there's never been a better time to join the UK's fastest-growing driving school.
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 Summertown.
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 set your own diary in Summertown, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
There's a record number of learner drivers in Summertown needing instructors. Over 70% of our instructors have waiting lists — demand has never been higher.
As a self-employed instructor in Summertown, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
Nothing quite beats the feeling of teaching someone a new skill for life. As an instructor in Summertown, you'll make a real difference every day.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Summertown. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Earn between £40k-£50k a year in your first year as a My Four Wheels instructor in Summertown. With high demand for lessons, your earning potential is excellent.
Every student in Summertown 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 Summertown, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Summertown develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Summertown. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
Every learner in Summertown 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. 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 Summertown trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Summertown 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 Summertown.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Summertown.
Part 2 focuses on raising your driving to professional standard. You'll master precision control, forward planning, and defensive techniques on roads around Summertown.
Our Buddy System gives you 8 hours of in-car practice with a matched trainee in Summertown. 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 Summertown.
Pass the DVSA driving ability test, proving you can drive to the advanced standard expected of a professional instructor in Summertown.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Summertown.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Summertown.
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 Summertown.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Summertown 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 Summertown, 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 Summertown — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Summertown 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 Summertown - 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 Summertown with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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