There's never been a better time to become a driving instructor
Whether you’re a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor), PDI (Part Qualified Driving Instructor), or just starting out on your learning journey, there’s never been a better time to start a new career by taking out a franchise with Right Course Driving School.
Why not get in touch for a no obligation friendly chat? You never know, there could be exciting times ahead – the beginnings of a new career!
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You're on the "Right Course",
We’ll help you every step of the way
Are you...
Stuck in a rut and working in a mundane, 9-5 job?
Looking for a better work-life balance and flexible hours?
Tired of working for someone else?
Fed up of being stuck inside?
Bored working with the same people?
Looking to be your own boss, where you decide your own hours?
What does being a Driving Instructor mean for you?
Be your own boss.
Flexible working hours.
Great job satisfaction.
Teach people who want to learn.
Great earning potential.
Low set-up costs.
Meeting new people.
A market with high sustainable demand.
Why choose us?
A small, local, family-run business.
Be part of team that cares: with us you’re not just a number.
Graduated, low-cost franchise fees.
A great reputation.
Full support.
We help you find leads.
Our branding.
Quality training with our training partners.
What will my franchise include?
No set-up fee.
No charge for new pupils.
No silly discount rates or gimmicks.
Your own page on our website.
Advertising on our Right Course Facebook page.
Diary scheduling & Accounting software.
Student app.
Vehicle Top Box.
Full support and mentoring.
Instructor team meetings.
Low franchise fees.
Social events.
Areas Covered
Northampton
Wellingborough
Daventry
Towcester
Brackley
Milton Keynes
Bletchley
Who are we looking for?
Whether you’re a fully qualified ADI, PDI or just starting out, we’re looking for motivated individuals who are willing to be part of a small, caring team.
You must act in an inclusive, professional manner at all times. You would be expected to represent and promote Right Course to the highest standards, focussing on providing great customer service.
from start to finish
The Right Course Team will be there for you.
We are a small, friendly team who wish to keep that family feel within our organisation. You’ll never be just a number with us and you’ll receive a wealth of help and advice along your learning journey in becoming a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor).
- Training partners with years of experience
- Personalised training plan to suit your availability
- Pay in affordable instalments
- 24/7 Mentoring and support
- A franchise with Right Course upon qualification
- A friendly social network
Get Excited to be part of a caring team, not just a number!
The Learning Journey
ADI Part 1
The Theory Test
Multiple-choice questions
You have 1 hour and 30 minutes to answer 100 multiple-choice questions.
Before the test starts you’ll get:
- instructions on how the test works
- the chance to do some practice questions to get used to the screens
There are 25 questions in each of these 4 categories:
- road procedure
- traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians and mechanical knowledge
- driving test, disabilities, and the law
- publications and instructional techniques
A question and several possible answers appear on a screen. You have to select the right answer.
Hazard perception test
Before you start the hazard perception test, you’ll be shown a video about how it works.
You’ll then watch 14 video clips. The clips:
- feature everyday road scenes
- contain at least one ‘developing hazard’ – but one of the clips features 2 developing hazards
You get points for spotting the developing hazards as soon as they start to happen.
ADI Part 2
The Driving Ability Test
What happens during the test
There are 5 parts to the approved driving instructor (ADI) part 2 test:
- an eyesight check
- ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions
- general driving ability
- manoeuvres
- independent driving
How long the test lasts
The test takes around one hour.
Your general driving ability
You’ll have to show the examiner all of the following:
- expert handling of the controls
- use of correct road procedure
- anticipation of the actions of other road users and then taking appropriate action
- sound judgement of distance, speed and timing
- consideration for the convenience and safety of other road users
- driving in an environmentally-friendly manner
You’ll drive in varying road and traffic conditions, including motorways or dual carriageways where possible.
ADI Part 3
The Instructional Ability Test
What happens during the test
A Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) examiner will watch you give a client-centred driving lesson lasting about 45 minutes to one of your pupils.
Your pupil must drive for at least 40 minutes of the lesson.
At the start of the lesson, discuss the goals for the lesson and risk management with your pupil. This should take no more than 3 minutes.
At the end of the lesson, give your pupil no more than 3 minutes to reflect on their performance.
The examiner will look for evidence that you meet the national standard for driver and rider training.
What you’ll be marked on
You’ll be marked on 17 areas of competence that are grouped into 3 categories:
- lesson planning
- risk management
- teaching and learning strategies
Our happy customers
We’ve helped many learners get on the "Right Course"
Will
Northampton
★★★★★ 5/5
“Jason was a great instructor, I highly recommend him. He was patient and calm which really helped to give me confidence. Thank you Jason.”
Imogen
Towcester
★★★★★ 5/5
“Jason is a great instructor and lessons were always a laugh. He’s always patient and I wouldn’t have passed first time without him”.
Ella
Northampton
★★★★★ 5/5
“honestly Jason is the best instructor I could have asked for, he’s patient and encouraging. I knew everything I needed to know before my test and I passed first time with only two minors!”
***** Google Customer satisfaction Rate *****
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You ask, we answer
If you cant find an answer in our FAQ’s then just get in touch, we would be more than happy to discuss any questions you may have.
Typically, the learning journey from start to becoming a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) takes between 6 to 12 months, but training can be fitted around your current career commitments at a training pace that suits you.
Should you take out a franchise with us at Right Course Driving School, you could expect to be earning in around 4 months. This is dependent on how soon you complete your Part 1 and Part 2 training and qualification.
Earnings vary dependent on how many hours a week you wish to teach, but for full-time hours you could expect to earn approx. £40K +.
Many other driving schools will try to dazzle you with reduced training costs but when you dig a little deeper you will find there are hidden extra costs and contract clauses that tie you in, ultimately costing you more in the long run.
Here at Right Course, we offer industry leading training through our highly experienced and qualified training partners who offer a very competetive and transparent fee structure that can be purchased in manageable monthly payments.
Typically, a full training course will cost around £3,500.00, but remember you wont be charged this all at once and you have the option to earn while you’re still training.
Here at Right Course, we don’t believe in tying our team members into lengthy complicated contracts. You are free to leave at any time with a minimum one month notice.
Ready to make that change!
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