Would you like to be a Driving Instructor?
- Want to help others? When taking on pupils and helping them to achieve their goals to become safe drivers, it is extremely rewarding as an instructor. We have the ability to watch people grow, not just with their driving but as people die to increased confidence within themselves.
- Flexibility- choosing your own hours is a perk of being an instructor as this means you are able to fit work around your other commitments.
- Experience needed? No experience is needed to become a driving instructor. Many people have worked in many different roles in other industries before moving to the driving industry. Mainly due to wanting a change in career, losing their job or a need to help people achieve a lifelong skill.
How do I become a driving instructor?
Who can apply?
You can apply if you are:
- At least 21 years old
- Have held a driving licence for at least 3 years
- A fit and proper person (no convictions)
The Process of Becoming a Driving Instructor
- Complete a DBS check to join the register
- Take training to qualify
- Take and pass the 3 ADI qualifying tests
Your Application Can Be Refused if You Have:
- Been banned from driving
- Have 6 or more penalty points
- Have been convicted of any non-motoring offence
The qualifying tests
- Part 1 – Theory and Hazard Perception Test - you have unlimited attempts at this test
- Part 3 – Test of your Ability to Teach - you will have a maximum of 3 attempts at this test
- From the date you pass part 1, you then have a maximum of 2 years to complete parts 2 and 3.
Trainee Licence
Once you have passed part 1 and 2 and have completed 40 hours of instructor training, you will be able to apply for your trainee licence which means you can charge for lessons. The purpose of this licence is to enable you to gain experience with real pupils whilst earning some money. Full support is given during this time, including your trainer sitting in on your lessons.