Become a Driving Instructor

Driving Instructor Training Course – Launch Your New Career Today

Are you ready to start a rewarding and flexible career that makes a real difference in people’s lives? Becoming a DVSA-approved driving instructor not only offers excellent job satisfaction but also the freedom to manage your own schedule and earn a stable income.

At [One Stop Driving Academy], we offer complete Driving Instructor Training designed to guide you through the DVSA’s 3-part qualification process, giving you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.

Become a instructor

Why Become a Driving Instructor?

Be Your Own Boss

Enjoy the freedom of flexible working hours and take full control of your career. As a driving instructor, you can choose when, where, and how much you work. Whether you want to work full-time or part-time, fit lessons around your lifestyle, or build your business your way, the flexibility is entirely in your hands.

Earn a Great Income

Becoming a driving instructor offers a stable and rewarding income. Most instructors in the UK earn between £30,000 to £40,000+ per year, with the potential to earn even more depending on your hours and location. With low start-up costs and high demand for lessons, it’s a smart and sustainable career path.

Job Satisfaction

There’s nothing more fulfilling than helping someone achieve a life-changing goal—like passing their driving test. As an instructor, you’ll guide learners through one of the most important milestones of their life, helping them gain confidence, independence, and freedom. It’s a career that delivers real purpose and pride.

Ongoing Support

You won’t be alone on your journey. When you train and work with One Stop Driving Academy, you’ll be part of a supportive, experienced team. We offer ongoing mentorship, access to resources, and a steady supply of local pupils to keep your diary full. From training to test success and beyond, we’ve got your back.

The OSDA instructor Driving Course.

Delivered in 3 parts to match with the DVSA qualification

If you’re aiming to become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in the UK, you must successfully complete the official three-part examination process set by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Each stage is designed to assess different aspects of your driving knowledge, skill level, and teaching ability. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what you can expect at each step on your journey to becoming a professional driving instructor.

  • Part 1- Theory Test

    A computer-based test covering:
    1.) Road traffic law: Rules and regulations that govern safe driving on UK roads.
    2.) Instructional techniques: Key methods for effectively teaching learner drivers.
    3.) Driving theory and hazard perception: A multiple-choice test and interactive video clips to assess your ability to spot and respond to developing hazard
    At One Stop Driving Academy , we provide all the essential study materials, including books, apps, and practice questions, as well as mock exams to help you prepare confidently. You’ll have full support from our instructor trainers to ensure you're ready to pass this important first step.

  • Part 2 – Driving Ability Test

    A practical driving test similar to the learner driving test but held to a much higher standard. You’ll need to show:
    1.) Excellent vehicle control
    2.) Advanced driving skills
    3.) Good awareness and anticipation
    Our expert trainers will work with you to refine your driving to ADI standards.

  • Part 3 – Instructional Ability Test

    This test assesses your ability to teach. You’ll be observed conducting a real lesson with a learner driver, demonstrating your:
    1.) Communication and coaching skills: Explaining clearly, adapting your style to suit the learner, and creating a supportive learning environment.
    2.) Lesson planning: Setting clear objectives and managing time efficiently.
    3.)Fault identification and correction techniques: Spotting errors during the lesson and giving constructive, safe feedback to correct them.
    To prepare, we provide in-depth training sessions, role-play exercises, and real lesson simulations with feedback from experienced ADIs. This ensures you’re not only ready to pass Part 3, but also feel confident and capable as a new instructor from day one.

Ready to Start Your Instructor Journey?

Whether you’re searching for a complete career change or simply looking for a more flexible, independent, and rewarding role, becoming a driving instructor could be the perfect opportunity for you. At [One Stop Driving Academy], we’re passionate about helping motivated individuals like you turn their ambitions into a successful long-term career.

From your very first enquiry through to achieving your ADI qualification—and beyond—we’ll be right by your side. Our experienced team provides all the support, expert training, and guidance you need to become a confident, qualified, and in-demand driving instructor.

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Meet our instructors

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At One Stop Driving Academy, we believe that great driving lessons start with great instructors. That’s why our team is made up of highly qualified, DVSA-approved driving instructors who are not only experts behind the wheel but also passionate about teaching.

Each of our instructors brings a friendly, patient, and professional approach to every lesson, ensuring that learners feel comfortable and confident from day one. Whether you’re learning in a manual or automatic vehicle, you’ll be matched with an instructor who understands your goals, adapts to your learning style, and supports you every step of the way.

We’re proud to have a team of male and female instructors with years of experience, excellent pass rates, and a commitment to delivering high-quality training. Get to know the people who make One Stop Driving Academy a trusted name for learners across the region.

Meet Our Newly Qualified Instructors – Success with OSDA!

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible achievements of those who have successfully completed their Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) training with One Stop Driving Academy. These dedicated individuals have shown outstanding commitment, skill, and determination throughout the rigorous DVSA 3-part qualification process—and they did it with our full support behind them.

At OSDA, we’re not just a training provider—we’re your career partner. From day one, we equip our instructor trainees with top-quality training, in-depth resources, and personalised mentorship to help them succeed with confidence.

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Here is some information on each of the three tests to qualify:

ADI Part 1 – Theory Test 

The test takes around 1 hour 45 minutes an

includes the following, which have to be passed at the same time:-

  • 100 Multiple Choice questions
  • 14 Hazard perception clips

One Stop Driving Academy will provide free access to an online training module and advise on the relevant training material to read in preparation for the test when training is booked.

ADI Part 2 – Test of Driving Ability

The part 2 test consists of the following and lasts around 1 hour.

There will be 5 parts to the test:

  • An eyesight check
  • ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions
  • General driving ability
  • Manoeuvres
  • Independent driving

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.

You might also be asked to carry out an emergency stop.

Reversing your vehicle

The examiner will ask you to do 2 of the following exercises:

  • Parallel park at the side of the road
  • Reverse into a parking bay and drive out
  • Drive into a parking bay and reverse out
  • Pull up on the right-hand side of the road, reverse for around 2 car lengths, and rejoin the traffic

Independent driving

You’ll have to drive for about 20 minutes by following either:

Directions from a sat nav

  • Traffic signs

The examiner will tell you which you have to do.

Following directions from a sat nav

The examiner will provide the sat nav and set it up for you.

You can’t follow directions from your own sat nav during the test.

Going off the route

Your test result won’t be affected if you take a wrong turning, unless you make a fault while doing it.

The examiner will help you get back on the route if you do.

If you can’t see traffic signs

If you can’t see a traffic sign (for example, because it’s covered by trees), the examiner will give you directions until you can see the next one.

‘Show me, tell me’ questions

You’ll be asked 5 vehicle safety questions known as the ‘show me, tell me’ questions. These test that you know how to carry out basic safety tasks.

You’ll be asked:

3 ‘tell me’ questions at the start of your test, before you start driving

2 ‘show me’ questions while you’re driving – for example, showing how to wash the windscreen using the car controls and wipers

You’ll get a driving fault for each incorrect answer you give.

You’ll get a serious fault and fail the test if you answer all 5 questions incorrectly, or if you lose control of the car while answering any of the ‘show me’ questions.

🚦 What to Expect in the ADI Part 3 Test

The ADI Part 3 Test is the final step to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in the UK. This is where you’ll demonstrate your ability to deliver high-quality driving instruction in a real-life setting.

👥 Who Can Be Your Pupil?

For your test, your pupil must either be:

  • A learner driver, or

  • A full licence holder who is receiving instructio

❌ Your pupil cannot be another ADI or someone preparing to take the Part 3 test themselves.

📋 What the Examiner Looks For

Your DVSA examiner will assess whether your instructional ability meets the National Standard for Driver and Rider Training.

You’ll be evaluated across 17 key competencies, grouped into three main categories:

  1. Lesson Planning

    • Setting clear objectives

    • Adapting the lesson to the pupil’s needs

    • Structuring the session effectively

  2. Risk Management

    • Identifying potential hazards

    • Communicating responsibility

    • Ensuring safety at all times

  3. Teaching and Learning Strategies

    • Using a variety of techniques

    • Giving effective feedback

    • Encouraging reflection and understanding

📝 How You’ll Be Scored

Each of the 17 competencies is scored from 0 to 3:

  • 0 – Completely unsatisfactory

  • 1 – Below standard

  • 2 – Competent performance

  • 3 – High standard

Your total score determines your overall grade and whether you pass or fail the Part 3 test. The examiner will complete a formal ADI Part 3 Test Report Form with detailed feedback at the end of your session.

Ready to consider becoming a driving instructor?

Just to recap why come to us:-

1. We rely on a good reputation with our training as we don’t advertise in glossy magazines. One Stop Driving Academy has trained many instructors to reach their goal infact a large proportion of our team of instructors were trained within the Academy.

2. We don’t just stop there as we offer opportunities to join the largest independent Academy in the Wiltshire area either on a trainee licence or when fully qualified.

3. Most importantly because we have faith we provide quality training that is good value for money we don’t try trapping potential instructors by requesting large upfront costs, all our training is pay as you go.

If you’d like to find out more about the Driving Instructor training we can offer either to become a Driving Instructor or Standards Check Test Training you can contact us via the form below, or give us a call and we can answer any questions you may have with no obligation. We are also happy to provide references should you wish and you can see some reviews below.

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