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The Benefits of Being a Driving Instructor

The idea of career change can be stressful, especially in the current economy. If you want to become a driving instructor, you can start doing so right away!.If you are interested in a career where you are self-employed, but also receive support from a larger company, then a career as a driving instructor might be a great fit.

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Job Security

Every teenager wants to learn to drive. There will always be a need for driving instructors while there is a need to drive a car.

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Good Earning Potential

Take control of your work/life balance and finances. Be your own boss and work when you want to, join a driving school or franchise.

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Job Satisfaction

No two days are the same. If you’re passionate about driving, and about teaching, becoming a driving instructor can bring huge job satisfaction.

If you would love to teach people to drive in Southampton, training with our driving instructor programme may be just what you are looking for.

The quality of our training is the secret behind the high first-time pass rate for all three Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) exams that our students achieve. If you are looking for a driving instructor training programme with a track record of success, call us today to get started.

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Let us turn you into the best driving instructor.

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Smart Drive UK Driving School – Awarded 2018/2019/2020

Most Trusted Non-Commercial Driver Trainer School 2020

Driving School of the Year 2019

Best for Class B Driver Training Services 2018 & Best for Promoting Road Safety by Influencing Driver Behaviour

At Smart Drive you get a comprehensive training programme in Southampton.

We make sure you get not just your ADI accreditation, but that you’re ready to start your own business (if you choose to be your own boss). In fact, you can work from home, deciding and setting your own work hours with our franchise.

So if you feel that having a career as a Driving Instructor is for you and you can say YES to the following questions then do not hesitate to contact us immediately by completing the contact form and we will call you for a chat.

  • Have you held a UK driving licence for at least 3 years?
  • Can you see a licence plate at 90 feet (27.5 meters) with or without glasses or contact lenses?
  • You have no more than 6 points on your licence?
  • Are you happy for the Governent (Government) to complete a Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check? (Disclosure and Barring Service ( DBS ) check)

Understanding the Southampton driver training Journey

You have to pass the DVSA Approved Driving Instructor exam, to become eligible to teach driving in the UK. The exam is done in 3 parts. The first part of the exam that deals with hazard perception is a multiple choice exam. The part one of the test is like the one designed for those seeking their driving license, but it is tougher. The part two of the exam involves a more difficult version of the one that those seeking their driver license have to pass. In part three of the test, your ability to tutor and instruct is tested. Here, the examiner assesses the student after you have demonstrated your ability to demonstrate lesson planning, risk management and teaching and learning strategies. The exam is challenging, as you would expect.

You have an important role in ensuring that drivers learn to drive safely so that our roads are safe; and that is why the exam is designed to be so thorough.

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To pass the exam, you need a competent school that cares, and is motivated to help you achieve your objectives. You deserve a personalized training programme that takes into account your learning style and level of competency – not just a one-size-fits-all training programme. We have dedicated nationwide staff, who are all ORDIT qualified and are ready to mould you into the instructor that you can become. They are experienced in the business and will guide you not as just as a tutor, but as a colleague and friend too. Your success is important to us. We are going to give our best to ensure that you pass the ADI exam easily and go on to establish a successful driving instructor business. We go the extra mile to ensure that you succeed, because when you succeed we succeed.

Experienced Southampton Driving Instructor Training Franchise

Smart Drive has a reputation as one of the best driving instructor franchise companies in the UK. We understand what it takes to achieve success in this field and we are committed to showing you the way. Our relationship doesn’t have to end once you earn your qualification. Our Smart Drive business package helps all of our graduates to get started quickly.

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Success Requirements

Being a driving instructor can be enjoyable and lucrative. To be successful, you will require:

  • The ability to be calm under pressure, motivated, and patient, while helping a student get past their nerves, gain confidence, and learn.
  • Disciplined, professional and organized.
  • The determination to put in the hard work establish a business.
  • Excellent people management skills.

Anyone committed can succeed in this business. Students compliment the infectious and inspiring drive and passion of our tutors. You rest assured that we will be there to help you stay on course even when things are tough in your business.

Let us turn you into the best driving instructor.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

Driving Instructor Training Support

We have created one of the most comprehensive driving instructor training courses in the UK. There is over 70 hours of personalized coaching with your tutor. Our highly qualified tutors have coached hundreds of driving instructors over the years in Southampton. There are other study materials aside from our live classes, including PowerPoint presentations, manuals, and instructional videos. We have modern learning aids, including a specially designed software platform that makes learning easy and fun. Our training timetable is customized to fit into your schedule. Our support team is available to you anytime you need support. Study online if you want, and your dedicated coach can be reached easily to explain anything to you.

Affordable Driving Instructor Training

We offer first class, value for money driving instructor training in Bridgend. Gaining ADI accreditation is not the only benefit of our training. It’s only the first step.

  • ADI Qualification
    Our training is designed to make you successful in business.
  • Our Franchise Model
    With our franchise model, you can pick a car from us to get started and we will offer you a convenient repayment plan.
  • Establish Your Company
    We show you the efficient way to run a business and help you get going.
  • Get a Deal that Will Save you Money
    We can help to get you amazing discounts on a new car purchase, discounts that may even exceed the fee for our training.

In summary, we provide you with as much competitive business advantage as possible to ensure that your driving school in Bridgend succeeds.

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Affordable Driving Instructor Training in Southampton

We offer first class, value for money driving instructor training in Southampton. ADI qualification is not the full essence of our training. It’s only the beginning. The full essence of our training is about providing you with the knowledge and skills to be a success in this field. We show you the what makes a successful business, and we will help to set you up too. We provide you with a through our affordable repayment schedule when you choose our franchise. To summarize, we provide all that you need to get into the driving school business in Southampton, and compete with an advantage.

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Multiple Ways of Getting Started

Click on the course section and view the various course options available. For instance, you have the option to work as a trainee for us while preparing for part three of the exam.

Begin the Journey

At Smart Drive UK, you have all that you need to succeed. Call us now or sign up and start the process.

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As the leading driving school in the United Kingdom, Smart Drive UK offers fully personalised lessons tailored to your goals, whether you want to pass your exam quickly or take your time getting used to being behind the wheel. All of our lessons follow the Drivers Standards Agency guidelines and offer the highest standards of safety, allowing you to relax knowing that our experienced instructors can handle any situation.

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Our courses are designed to build experience and confidence in all of our learner drivers at a pace that suits you. Smart Drive UK offers unique pre-lesson learning sessions ensure that once you’re in the car, you’ll spend as much time driving as possible – not talking to the instructor about driving. This approach ensures not only that you’ll progress quickly – but also that you’ll get the absolute most from your money.

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At Smart Drive UK you get to choose the time and length of your lessons so they fit perfectly into your schedule. Our instructors will take your previous knowledge and goals into account, making our programme perfect for both experienced and novice drivers alike and letting you progress at the pace that works for you. Whether you want to slowly build confidence or quickly pass your test, you can’t go wrong with Smart Drive UK!

Let us turn you into the best driving instructor.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

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