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 |
Join over 500 instructors already teaching with My Four Wheels across the UK. In Colchester, 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 Colchester.
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
Your car in Colchester comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
You're never alone as an instructor in Colchester. Our team provides continuous support, from admin help to teaching advice, throughout your career.
Earn between £40k-£50k a year in your first year as a My Four Wheels instructor in Colchester. With high demand for lessons, your earning potential is excellent.
Teach in the part of Colchester you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
Work with My Four Wheels in Colchester for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
You don't need any teaching qualifications to start in Colchester. We provide all the training you need to become a fully qualified ADI instructor.
Being on time for each lesson shows professionalism and respect for your students' time in Colchester. Punctuality is key to creating a smooth and efficient schedule.
Every learner in Colchester 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.
As a driving instructor in Colchester, 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 Colchester develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Colchester. 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 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 Colchester trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Colchester 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 Colchester.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Colchester.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Colchester 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 Colchester roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Colchester.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Colchester.
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 Colchester.
Once you pass Part 2, you're eligible for a DVSA Trainee Licence. This means you can start earning by teaching real learners in Colchester right away.
You'll work with real pupils in Colchester 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 Colchester 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 Colchester.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Colchester - 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
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