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 |
Earn £30k-£35k in your first year as a driving instructor in East Kilbride. My Four Wheels provides your car, guarantees your work, and offers ongoing support so you can build a career you love across winding local and main roads.
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 East Kilbride.
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
Teach in the part of East Kilbride you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in East Kilbride. We even refund your training fees over time.
Work with My Four Wheels in East Kilbride for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
Our fleet in East Kilbride includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of East Kilbride. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
As a self-employed instructor in East Kilbride, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in East Kilbride develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Not all students in East Kilbride learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
Every learner in East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in East Kilbride. 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 five penalty points on your license. 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 East Kilbride trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in East Kilbride.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across East Kilbride's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in East Kilbride.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in East Kilbride.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in East Kilbride.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in East Kilbride while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in East Kilbride.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in East Kilbride - 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 East Kilbride with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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