How Can I Get A Job As A Driving Instructor?

Most people who are interested in a career as a driving instructor don’t actually have any idea how to go about getting started in their new dream career. Because it is such a highly skilled job, extensive qualifications are required, and more often than not, this translates to months of training. If you want to get a job, you have to get qualified – no exceptions.

The first thing to do is find a driving instructor training course and sign up. Most people will naturally be looking for a way into the profession that is free, but unfortunately you will have to pay for your training. Think of the cost as an investment in your future. Costs will vary along with the quality of the course, but I always advise people to choose the best that they can afford. Higher quality training will directly results in a much better chance of you passing the difficult exams. The sooner you pass those exams, the sooner you can start your new career.

So, you have competed your training – what’s next? As a qualified instructor, the good news is you will have no trouble finding driving instructor jobs. Driving instructors are in high demand throughout the country, and you will be a precious commodity for many businesses. Many options are open to you when looking for employment, you can set up your own business, work for a franchise, of work for a local instructor who has set up his own business. All three options are perfectly valid choices, whichever one you choose will be entirely up to you.
Probably the most popular choice for newly qualified driving instructors is to work for a franchise. The main reasons for this are that you are provided with a high level of support, and fed a constant stream of new customers. Compare this to someone going it alone who has no support early on in their career, and has to find every single customer themselves. Whilst it is true that you have to pay a franchise fee, this fee is more than offset by the value it provides. It is much better to wait until you have a few years of experience under your belt before setting up your own driving school.

If neither of these options appeal to you, then you could always work for a local instructor. You will not have to pay a franchise fee, and will have some level of support and supply of customers. This is an excellent alternative for newly qualified ADI’s.

All in all, a driving instructor job is a great way to earn a healthy income without the stresses and strains that come with most other careers!