Driving Instructor Franchise in Darlington & Surrounding Areas
Your own diary. A team behind you.
Join Steady Start Driver Training and build your reputation as a local driving instructor with a recognisable brand, clear systems and practical support.
Our franchise is open to qualified Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) and suitable trainees pursuing the Potential Driving Instructor (PDI) licence route in Darlington and surrounding areas.
Franchise fee: £75 per week
What you get with Steady Start
A professional local brand
Use the Steady Start name, approved marketing materials and a branded roof box. Saving you time & money building a brand.
Total Drive access and setup
Manage your diary, pupil details, lesson records and progress in one system, all from the palm of your hand on the Total Drive app. We help you get set up and use it consistently. Saving you time spent on admin & the need to keep paper records.
Local marketing and enquiry support
Steady Start promotes driving lessons locally to you and passes on suitable enquiries where available, taking account of your area, availability and lesson type. Saving you time & money on advertising.
Business support
Get help with your diary, pricing approach, pupil communication, policies and the day to day questions that arise when running your own instructor business. Given the the help you need it, when you need it most.
Training and development
Receive check ins and relevant development support. Qualified ADIs can discuss Standards Check preparation, suitable PDIs can discuss Part 3 training and the trainee licence pathway. Continuing professional development courses are provided, with progression options such as driving instructor trainer & area trainers for suitable candidates.
Choose the route that fits you
Already a qualified ADI?
Tell us where you work, the hours you want to teach and what support would make a franchise worthwhile for you. We will explain the package and written terms before you decide.
Training to become an instructor?
Steady Start offers ADI Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 training. Suitable candidates who have passed Part 2 and completed the required training may be considered for trainee licence sponsorship, subject to readiness, DVSA approval and separate agreements.