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 |
Train as a driving instructor in Edinburgh and build a career that works around your life. Our 3-5 months programme is one of the most flexible in the industry, with part-time and intensive options available for trainees across the Edinburgh area.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our Edinburgh trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
Learn from experienced trainers who know the Edinburgh test routes and local driving conditions. Their insider knowledge gives you a competitive advantage.
Our Edinburgh training uses the latest DVSA standards and teaching techniques. You'll learn evidence-based methods that produce confident, safe drivers.
Our trainees in Edinburgh achieve above-average pass rates thanks to our proven teaching methods and comprehensive preparation.
Qualified instructors in Edinburgh can earn substantial incomes. With flexible hours and growing demand, this career offers genuine financial rewards.
Busy roads in Edinburgh can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Students in Edinburgh 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.
Not all students in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Edinburgh develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
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.
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 Edinburgh.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Edinburgh.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Edinburgh.
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 Edinburgh.
After passing Part 2, apply for a DVSA Trainee Licence. Start teaching real pupils and earning income in Edinburgh while completing Part 3.
Gain invaluable hands-on experience teaching real students in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh.
Gain real teaching experience, start earning sooner, and complete your training with the confidence of a working instructor in Edinburgh.
Book quality driving lessons in Edinburgh with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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