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 |
Teach learners in and around Paignton. No long commutes — spend your time earning, not travelling.
You choose your working hours in Paignton. Mornings, evenings, weekends — you're in complete control of your diary.
No teaching background needed to start in Paignton. We provide comprehensive training from day one through to qualification.
Looking for a career that gives you genuine independence in Paignton? As a My Four Wheels instructor, you set your own hours, choose your working days, and teach in the local area you know best. We handle the rest.
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 Paignton.
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
You set your own diary in Paignton, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Paignton. We even refund your training fees over time.
Earn between £40k-£50k a year in your first year as a My Four Wheels instructor in Paignton. With high demand for lessons, your earning potential is excellent.
Most of our instructors in Paignton have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
Our fleet in Paignton includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
Teach in the part of Paignton you know best. We match you with local pupils so you're always on familiar roads in your own community.
Every learner in Paignton 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.
Students in Paignton 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.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Paignton. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
As a driving instructor in Paignton, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Not all students in Paignton 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. This ensures that you are a safe and responsible driver yourself, a key factor when teaching others.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Paignton.
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 Paignton. 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 Paignton.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Paignton's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Paignton 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 Paignton trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Paignton.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Paignton.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Paignton.
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 Paignton.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Paignton 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 Paignton, 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 Paignton — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Paignton while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Paignton - 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 Paignton with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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