Becoming a Driving Instructor
If you’re a positive person who enjoys meeting people then a career as a driving instructor may be just up your street. Flexible working hours and the freedom of being your own boss are just some of the perks which come with being a driving tutor, plus you’ll have the satisfaction of helping others learn a life-long skill.
To become a fully qualified driving instructor you will need to pass the examination set by the Driving Standards Agency from which you will become an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). The examination is broken down into three separate categories which test theory and hazard perception, secondly your driving ability, and finally your skills as an instructor.
In order to maintain your status as an ADI driving instructor you must reapply to the Driving Standards Agency every 4 years to revalidate your ADI approval. You will also have to undergo a criminal record check before you can be granted the title of ADI driving instructor.
The beauty of becoming a driving instructor is that it is a job that you can fit around your lifestyle. There’s the opportunity to make-up your own flexible working hours so as to work around your life and your family. No matter where you live, there is always call for a driving instructor whether you’re based in a remote part of Scotland, or in Central London, there’s always a demand for a good driving tutor. Plus you can choose to work as part of larger network of instructors within a national driving school, or you can go it alone as an independent driving tutor. There are plenty of working options.
So if you’re searching for a new challenge to get your teeth stuck into, or if you’re hoping to re-train for a new career after being made redundant, becoming a driving instructor could be the new direction you need to go in. It’s a rewarding career and one that could see you earn up to £700 a week in some cases.
