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Why did you train to become a driving instructor? I’ve always been passionate about driving, I’ve always enjoyed it and I was at a point where I needed a career change for better work life balance. Did you pass first time? I did How old where you when you passed? 17 & 1 month! What advice would you give yourself when learning to drive? Anticipate Why did you pick the corsa to teach in?

Why did you train to become a driving instructor? It’s something I’ve always wanted to do but my career took another path. When the pandemic hit I lost my business and reevaluated where I was and what I wanted to do. I’m passionate about helping people achieve their goals and I love driving. Being a driving instructor combines these two things. Why did you pick to teach in an automatic?

Why did you choose to become a driving instructor? I had considered it previously but not gone ahead with it. I decided to make the move last year as I love teaching people new skills and I really enjoy driving. What previous jobs did you have? I have been managing Builders Merchants specialising in kitchens and joinery for the last 23 years. How old where you when you passed your driving test?

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What’s your favourite part of being a driving instructor? I like to watch my pupils grow in confidence and obtain an important life skill. Most memorable driving lesson? My first pupil’s second lesson. The look on his face once he’d completed the skill of moving off and then stopping. 🙂 Whats your favourite lesson to teach? Roundabouts are interesting. Your favourite teaching area? I enjoy all areas. Why did you train to become a driving instructor

Why did you train to become a driving instructor? I love driving and wanted to share my passion with others and the rewarding feeling when students pass Favourite teaching area? Knowsley village Did you pass first time? Car test 1st time hgv 2 second time hgv 1 first time How old where you when you passed? 17, 26, 30 If you could give yourself any advice when learning to drive what would it be?

Why did you train to become a driving instructor? I Wanted a change from driving Trucks and have a passion for driving. Did you pass first time? Yes How old where you when you learn to drive? 17 What advice would you give yourself when you where learning to drive? Listen to what said, and give it everything. Previous jobs? Petrol Tanker Driver When you aren’t teaching, where can we find you?

Why did you train to become a driving instructor? I had been running a landscape gardening business for five years (I qualified as a horticulturist 35 years ago). The work was sporadic and quiet through the winter. I had a baby on the way and wanted a more secure income. I always enjoyed driving and I even raced motorbikes when I was younger, so thought I might like the job.

Why did you become a driving instructor? I became a driving instructor because I get a lot of satisfaction helping people to gain a very valuable life skill which opens many doors once they qualify. What’s your favourite part of the job? The best part of the job has to be the look on a students face once they get that all important pass on their practical driving test…priceless. Worst part?