Driving instructor | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Driving instructors teach people the skills and knowledge they need to drive safely and pass their driving test.

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Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Prepare students for further development by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging

Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Prepare students for further development by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by administrative policy.
Monitor students' performance to make suggestions for improvement and to ensure that they satisfy course standards, training requirements, and objectives.
Prepare and administer written, oral, and performance tests, and issue grades in accordance with performance.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
Prepare instructional program objectives, outlines, and lesson plans.
Confer with other teachers and professionals to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and development.
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Enforce policies and rules governing students.
Review instructional content, methods, and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses, and to develop recommendations for course revision, development, or elimination.
Meet with other instructors to discuss individual students and their progress.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
Attend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, contests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Select, order, and issue books, materials, and supplies for courses or projects.
Assign and grade class work and homework.
Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations, and provide individual instruction to teach topics and skills, such as cooking, dancing, writing, physical fitness, photography, personal finance, and flying.
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine their priorities for their children.
Schedule class times to ensure maximum attendance.
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
Observe and evaluate the performance of other instructors.
Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
Participate in publicity planning and student recruitment.

Average salary
31,294 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Driving instructor

31,432 GBP

Average salary for full-time Driving instructor

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Salary over time for Driving instructor

Pay for this role has increased slightly over time

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33,154 GBP
34,779 GBP
25,896 GBP
31,728 GBP
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33,510 GBP
54,712 GBP

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Future outlook for Driving instructors

Balanced outlook

Very good outlook

8% yearly wage growth (on average)

Balanced outlook

52% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Driving instructor and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

% of people in this role have a Master's degree
% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree

You'll need:

knowledge of public safety and security
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
the ability to work well with others
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
thinking and reasoning skills
concentration skills
customer service skills
excellent verbal communication skills
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

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What soft skills do I need?

Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Driving instructor.

Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively

Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Instructing Teaching others how to do something

Learning Strategies Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things

Active Learning Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making

What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Driving instructor. Check that you know:

Data base user interface and query software Blackboard; Data entry software

Electronic mail software Email software

Graphics or photo imaging software Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop

Internet browser software Microsoft Internet Explorer; Web browser software

Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel

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Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

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Future outlook for Driving instructors

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