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 |
Transform your career with driving instructor training in Cardiff. Join the UK's fastest-growing driving school and benefit from guaranteed pupils in the Cardiff area. Our flexible 24-30 weeks course fits around your existing commitments, making career change accessible and achievable.
Our Cardiff training uses the latest DVSA standards and teaching techniques. You'll learn evidence-based methods that produce confident, safe drivers.
Our trainees in Cardiff achieve above-average pass rates thanks to our proven teaching methods and comprehensive preparation.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Cardiff. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
Start earning immediately in Cardiff with our job guarantee. We provide a steady stream of pupils so you can build your teaching business with confidence.
Start earning in Cardiff before you fully qualify. After passing Part 2, apply for a trainee licence and teach real pupils while completing Part 3.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Cardiff develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Every student in Cardiff 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.
Students in Cardiff 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.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Cardiff. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Busy roads in Cardiff can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
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.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Cardiff.
The Academy is available around the clock. Complete interactive modules, watch instructional videos, and take practice exams whenever suits you.
A dedicated Part 1 specialist is assigned to you in Cardiff. They'll track your progress, answer questions, and ensure you're fully prepared.
Pass both the DVSA Theory Test and Hazard Perception Test, proving you have the knowledge foundation to become an instructor in Cardiff.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Cardiff's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Cardiff 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 Cardiff trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Cardiff.
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 Cardiff.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Cardiff. 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 Cardiff instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Cardiff and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Cardiff 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 Cardiff, 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 Cardiff — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Cardiff while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Cardiff with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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