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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.

Our driver instructor training in Canterbury is designed for those who have a true passion for driving and are looking to build a successful business.

We provide high-quality training that has enabled the vast majority of our trainee instructors to pass all three Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) exams first time, and with high grades.  Call us today to launch your driving instructor business or career if you want a high-quality training programme.

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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.

Awards

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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

Benefit from the comprehensive Smart Drive training programme in Canterbury.

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). We have even designed a franchise to help you work from home and be your own boss.

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)

The Canterbury driver training experience with Smart Drive

To be legally permitted to tutor anyone on how to drive in the UK, you have to pass the DVSA Approved Driving Instructor exam. The exam has 3 segments. The first part deals with hazard perception and it’ a multiple choice exam. This part of the test is a tougher version of the one new drivers take to get their license. Part two of the test is a practical driving test that is also similar to the one that those seeking their driving license take, but this one is tougher. The part three of the test is where you get to prove that you can actually teach and coach. At this stage, the examiner will be assessing you on your ability to demonstrate lesson planning, risk management and teaching and learning strategies.   The exam is tough and demanding, as is to be expected.

You will be playing a huge part in shaping drivers of the future and ensuring that our roads are safe so the exam is designed to test how competent you are.

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To pass the exam, you need a competent school that cares, and is motivated to help you achieve your objectives. We believe that driving instructor training must be personal to the learner, spending the right amount of time on each competency to ensure that you come out of the processes a well-rounded driving instructor. When you learn with Smart Drive you work with ORDIT qualified tutors, people who are dedicated to making you the best driving instructor that you can become. Our tutors are experienced in the driving school sector and will show you the tricks of the trade, provide you with sound advice on all aspects of the business, and mentor you to success. We are banking on your success. We are going to do our best to ensure that you pass the ADI exam, and are able to establish a successful driving school business. We go the extra mile to ensure that you achieve your goals, because your success is our success.

Experience a Driving Instructor Training Franchise in Canterbury

For years, we have maintained our status as one of the foremost franchises in driving instructor training in the UK. We will show you the secrets that have made us successful over many years in this industry. Our relationship extends beyond your ADI qualification. Many of our graduates going on to take the Smart Drive business package, and are up and running with their own school in no time at all.

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What it takes to succeed

Working as a driving instructor is financially rewarding and enjoyable. To be successful, you will require:

  • The ability to be calm and patient while helping a nervous student learn to overcome their doubts and build their driving competencies.
  • Professional, disciplined, and organized.
  • The willingness to work hard while building your business.
  • The ability to manage difficult clients.

All you need in order to succeed is determination. Our previous students often say that our drive and passion for what we do is infectious and inspiring. As part of our franchise, you will always receive as much help as possible from us when things are tough.

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.

Training Support Canterbury

Our in-depth driving instructor training programme is one of the best in the UK. There is over 70 hours of personalized coaching with your tutor. Our tutors are highly qualified and have trained hundreds of driving instructors in Canterbury over the years. Other resources are available to support you through the course. such as videos, manuals, PowerPoint presentations, and live classes. We further enhance the learning environment by providing software and other cutting edge learning aids. We tailor the training sessions to suit your schedule. Our support team is available to help you whenever you need guidance, or have questions. You can even study online if you prefer, and you will always have someone who is ready to explain or clarify anything ready and waiting.

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 Programme and Franchise in Canterbury

We offer first class, value for money driving instructor training in Canterbury. Gaining an ADI qualification is not the only benefit of our training. It is the start of the process. Our training is designed to make you successful in business. We show you the inner workings of the business then help you to establish your company. With our franchise model, you can pick a car from us to get started and we will offer you a convenient repayment plan. Simply put, we give you a competitive business advantage that will ensure that you are dominant in your area and you are motivated to keep working for yourself.

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Several Ways of Getting Started

Take a look at the course section and see the various course options we provide. One of the options is that you can train on the job by working with us while preparing for the third part of the ADI exam.

Get Started Today

With Smart Drive UK, you have all that it takes 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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