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 |
No teaching background needed to start in Reading. We provide comprehensive training from day one through to qualification.
You choose your working hours in Reading. Mornings, evenings, weekends — you're in complete control of your diary.
Qualify and you're guaranteed a role with My Four Wheels in Reading. We'll keep your diary full with local learners.
Take control of your career in Reading by becoming a driving instructor with My Four Wheels. With earnings of £40k-£50k in your first year, flexible hours, and a guaranteed role, there's never been a better time to join the UK's fastest-growing driving school.
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 Reading.
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
Our fleet in Reading includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Reading. We even refund your training fees over time.
Your car in Reading comes fully insured for teaching purposes. We handle the insurance, breakdown cover, and maintenance — zero hassle for you.
Most of our instructors in Reading have more demand than they can fill. With a waiting list of pupils, you'll never worry about quiet periods.
You set your own diary in Reading, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
No long commutes — you'll be teaching learner drivers in your own local area of Reading. Spend more time earning and less time travelling.
Students in Reading 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.
As a driving instructor in Reading, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Every student in Reading 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.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Reading. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Every learner in Reading 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.
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 Reading.
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 Reading. 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 Reading.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Reading 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 Reading roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Reading.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Reading.
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 Reading.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Reading 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 Reading, 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 Reading — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Reading 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 Reading - 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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