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 |
Launch a rewarding new career as a driving instructor in Gateshead. My Four Wheels provides industry-leading training, business support, and guaranteed work in the Gateshead area. Our 6-7 months programme combines practical instruction with business skills to set you up for success.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our Gateshead trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
Get 24/7 access to our online training platform with video tutorials, mock tests, lesson plans, and progress tracking — all included in your Gateshead training.
Train at your own pace around your current commitments in Gateshead. Our part-time and intensive training options let you qualify while maintaining your existing job.
Our Gateshead training uses the latest DVSA standards and teaching techniques. You'll learn evidence-based methods that produce confident, safe drivers.
Your training doesn't stop at qualification. We provide continuous support and development opportunities throughout your career in Gateshead.
Combine online study through our Academy platform with practical in-car sessions in Gateshead. Learn theory at home and practise skills on the road.
Busy roads in Gateshead can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
Every student in Gateshead 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.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Gateshead 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 Gateshead. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Not all students in Gateshead learn at the same pace, and some may find driving stressful. Patience helps you guide them calmly and effectively, providing a positive learning experience.
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 Gateshead.
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 Gateshead. 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 Gateshead.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Gateshead 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 Gateshead roads.
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 Gateshead.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Gateshead. 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 Gateshead instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Gateshead and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Gateshead 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 Gateshead, 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 Gateshead — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Gateshead while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Gateshead with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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