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 |
Teach learners in and around Thornbury. No long commutes — spend your time earning, not travelling.
First-year earnings for My Four Wheels instructors in Thornbury. High demand means strong, consistent income.
No teaching background needed to start in Thornbury. We provide comprehensive training from day one through to qualification.
Join over 500 instructors already teaching with My Four Wheels across the UK. In Thornbury, we guarantee you a position, provide a fully equipped car, and keep your diary full with a steady flow of local learners.
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 Thornbury.
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're never alone as an instructor in Thornbury. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Thornbury. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Most of our instructors in Thornbury have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
Choose from a fantastic range of cars in Thornbury, all supplied with dual controls. No need to use your own vehicle — we provide everything you need to teach.
Your car in Thornbury comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
Work with My Four Wheels in Thornbury for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Thornbury. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
Not all students in Thornbury learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Thornbury develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Every learner in Thornbury 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.
Every student in Thornbury 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.
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'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 Thornbury.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Thornbury 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 Thornbury roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Thornbury.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Thornbury.
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 Thornbury.
Once you pass Part 2, you're eligible for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This means you can start earning by teaching real learners in Thornbury right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Thornbury 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 Thornbury 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 Thornbury.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Thornbury - 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 Thornbury with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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