There are 3 simple steps in learning how to become a Driving Instructor. You’ll need to meet these requirements for becoming a Driving Instructor before you’ll be allowed to get behind the wheel and teach people.
Eligibility:
- Over the age of 21?
- 5 points or less on your licence?
- Held a full UK driving licence for 3+ years?
If the answer to these 3 questions is “Yes” – you’re eligible!
Next step? Get a DBS check – (costs just £6) & apply to become a Driving Instructor with a quick online application. The Team at Bill Plant Driving School will provide you full guidance on your application and how to become a Driving Instructor.
There couldn’t be a better time to train with Bill Plant Driving School. We were recently voted the National Driving School of the Year 2024 (after also picking up the award last year), as judged by an independent judging panel, the voting public, and over 7,000+ driving instructors!
Driving Instructor Training courses are available with a range of options to suit your requirements. Did you know that the UK is experiencing unprecedented demand for driving instructors and you can earn money while completing your training with us?
- Courses from just £1495
- Earn an average of £36 per hour in weekly driving lesson revenue while on a Trainee (PDI) Licence
- Receive 20 hours of additional FREE Driving Instructor Training as a PDI
As one of the UK’s largest ORDIT (Official Register of Driving Instructor Training) registered training establishments, we’ve trained thousands of Driving Instructors since our inception, the next one could be you!
Becoming a Driving Instructor simply requires you to pass 3 core assessments. All our courses will help you prepare for every part of the process to successfully qualify!
- The Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 1 test is comprised of a Theory and Hazard perception test. This assessment includes a multiple-choice section made up of questions on topics such as traffic signs and signals, road procedure and mechanical knowledge, alongside a hazard perception test to finish with just like when you yourself learnt to drive!
- The Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 2 test is made up of a basic eyesight check, several ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions to check your understanding and finally an assessment of your overall driving ability (which includes both driving independently and testing your ability to undertake specific manoeuvres).
- The Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 3 test involves delivering a real driving lesson to a pupil, under the supervision of a driving examiner. This Instructional Ability Test assesses your competency in terms of lesson planning, risk management and both teaching and learning strategies. To help prepare you for this, once you have completed your Part 3 training, Bill Plant Driving School can sponsor you on a trainee licence, ensuring you gain the vital practical experience you need to ace your final exam, all while earning an income alongside some additional free training!
Becoming a Driving Instructor is more than just another job! Start your Driving Instructor Training with Bill Plant Driving School and unlock your potential.
You’re in charge.
As a Driving Instructor, you are in complete control of your career and earning potential
Work / Life Balance
Choose your own hours and book lessons that fit around your schedule
£50,000+ salary potential
Working a full 30-40 hour week, at £36 per hour, will generate you £1080-£1440 in weekly driving lesson revenue.
If you work 48 weeks in the calendar year (based on 30 hour working weeks) you can earn more than £50,000!
Don’t worry, you can still train to become a Driving Instructor, whilst doing a full-time job alongside your training. Driving Instructor Training consists of 3 parts. You can complete Part 1 at home whilst being supported by our dedicated Training Support team. Only 9 days are needed to complete our intensive training course.
- 10 hours of Part 2 training (completed over 2 consecutive days)
- Part 3 training (completed over 7 days)
If you need to be more flexible with your training, then our flexible training course is right for you! You can schedule all your in-car sessions at dates/times that are convenient for you.
No, you do not need to provide your own vehicle to complete your Driving Instructor Training. The in-car sessions of your training program will take place in the comfort of one of our market-leading Volkswagen tuition vehicles! For your Part 2/3 exams, you can have the choice to use your own car, but you can also rent one from us, or use one of our tuition vehicles if you’re on our PDI trainee license.
There are no hidden costs for your Driving Instructor Training. All payments made to us are for your training only. For your PDI & ADI licenses, you’ll need to pay the DVSA, regardless of your training provider.
Correct as of June 2024, the current costs for tests and license badges can be found in our Driving Instructor Training Information Pack.
To be able to start training and be eligible to become a Driving Instructor, there are a few requirements to which you must be able to meet:
- You must’ve held a full UK driving license for 3+ years.
- Have 5 points or less, on your driving license.
- You must be able to read a number plate from 90 feet away (you’re allowed to wear glasses/contact lenses for this).
- You must be able to pass a DBS check with the UK government.
- To legally qualify as a Driving Instructor, you must also be able to register as a PDI and obtain a Personal Reference Number (PRN).