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Driving Instructor Jobs in Perth

Join Driving West Motor School and help Perth learners become confident, safer drivers. Explore opportunities for qualified driving instructors, or learn about becoming a driving instructor.

Qualified driving instructors & people ready to train.

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TWO WAYS TO GET STARTED

Driving instructor opportunities.

Explore driving instructor careers with our Perth team. Already qualified or considering a new career? Start with the path that fits you.
01QUALIFIED DRIVING INSTRUCTORS

Qualified driving instructors: find your team.

Have a current instructor licence? Let’s talk about your teaching experience, preferred suburbs and the hours you want to work.
  • Discuss your area and availability
  • Explore how working together could look
  • Get clarity on the terms and support
I’m a qualified instructor
02NEW TO INSTRUCTING

Become a driving instructor in Perth.

New to instructing? Explore Driving West’s training model and what’s involved in getting started in Western Australia.
  • Learn about the instructor training pathway
  • Build practical teaching skills
  • Discuss training costs and next steps
I’d like to train

WHY DRIVING WEST

Why Join Driving West?

Every calm explanation, small breakthrough and confident decision can make a difference.

Driving West instructors standing beside their branded lesson cars
01 / FLEXIBILITY

Make room for life.

Talk to us about a teaching schedule that fits your availability and the areas you’d like to cover.
02 / CONNECTION

Be part of a team.

Driving West promotes a supportive team culture, with guidance and ongoing learning at its heart. Meet our driving instructors.
03 / PURPOSE

Teach beyond the test.

Help learners build safer habits and the confidence to drive independently, long after they get their licence.

For future driving instructors

10 steps to prepare
for success.

A clear path from your first conversation with Driving West to developing your teaching skills and getting ready to join the team.

Ten steps to becoming a driving instructor, from introduction and legal requirements to assessment and onboarding
View the full-size instructor guide

Select a step to see what’s involved.

  1. Introduction
    Meet Driving West and discuss your goals for becoming a driving instructor.
  2. Legal requirements
    Understand the requirements for applying to become a driving instructor in Western Australia.
  3. Theory test
    Prepare for the theory test as part of your instructor training pathway.
  4. Learn the criteriaThe Road Map to Success — for driving instructors
    Become familiar with the criteria in the Road Map to Success for driving instructors.
  5. Shadow live driving lessons*With driving instructors
    Observe experienced driving instructors to see how they guide learners during real lessons.

    Only required when joining Driving West.

  6. Methods of instructional techniques
    Develop teaching techniques that help you explain driving skills clearly and support your learners.
  7. Organise your vehicle and dual pedal installation
    Discuss your instructor vehicle and the arrangements for dual pedal installation.
  8. Practise with learners*
    Put your teaching skills into practice with learners.

    Only required when joining Driving West.

  9. Practical driving instructor assessment
    Prepare to demonstrate your driving and instruction skills in the practical instructor assessment.
  10. Onboarding process*
    Become familiar with Driving West’s processes as you prepare to join the team.

    Only required when joining Driving West.

LET’S START WITH A CONVERSATION

A clear next step. No guesswork.

Find out whether Driving West is the right fit for your goals.

  1. 01

    Tell us a little about you

    Share your experience, location and whether you’re qualified or looking to train.
  2. 02

    Talk through the details

    Discuss availability, training or work arrangements, costs, vehicle requirements and support.
  3. 03

    Decide on your next move

    Understand the requirements and agree on the next steps before making a commitment.

Life at Driving West

Good people.
Great moments.

A few favourite moments from our team meetings and get-togethers. Sharing ideas, having a laugh and enjoying time together.

Two Driving West team members wearing colourful wigs and smiling beside learner cars during the 2019 photoshoot
A colourful throwback · 2019
Driving West instructors smiling around a table at their July 2026 team meeting
Team catch-up · July 2026
Driving West team standing together beside a white limousine at their Christmas get-together
Christmas get-together · 2025
Driving West team smiling together around a table at their April 2025 meeting
All smiles · April 2025
Driving West team members smiling inside a limousine during their Christmas get-together
Limo memories · Christmas 2025
Driving West instructors seated around the table at a 2025 team meeting
Team catch-up · 2025
Driving West team sharing a cheerful group selfie beside their Christmas limousine
A few Christmas laughs · 2025

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE

Let’s get to know you.

A little about you is enough to start. Tell us where you’re based and what you’re looking for.

Prefer a conversation?0406 782 459
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A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING

Joining Driving West:
Your Questions.

How do I join Driving West as a driving instructor?

Use the Join Our Team enquiry form to tell us about your instructor licence or training goals, the Perth suburbs you would like to cover and your availability. Our team will discuss current opportunities and the next steps. You can also call 0406 782 459.

Can I enquire if I am not yet a qualified driving instructor?

Yes. You can enquire as a qualified instructor or ask about training. You’ll need the relevant WA authorisation before providing paid driving instruction. See the current WA instructor licence requirements (opens in a new tab).

What are the pay and working arrangements?

Ask us about the current arrangement, how payments work, any fees, vehicle costs and how learners are allocated. These are details to clarify before deciding whether to join.

Do I need my own dual-control training vehicle?

Tell us about your current vehicle setup, if you have one. Discuss vehicle requirements and dual pedal installation with the team before making a purchase or arranging modifications.

Can I choose my Perth area and working hours?

Let us know the suburbs and times that suit you, including whether you would like to work in Joondalup, Butler or other Perth areas. View the areas we service, then discuss current opportunities, your availability and local learner demand with our team.

What support can I discuss with the Driving West team?

Ask us about getting started, ongoing guidance, team meetings and developing your teaching skills. We’ll talk through the support and working arrangements relevant to your experience and goals before you decide whether to join.

Where can I find driving instructor training costs and course details?

Our driving instructor training in Perth page explains the programme and payment options. Contact the team to confirm current fees, what’s included and a training plan for you.

A Clearer Path To Test Day

Before you hit the road…

Discover how our driving instructors help you build your skills and prepare for your PDA, one driving lesson at a time.

A Driving West training car beside our Road Map to Success: theory test, car control, hazard perception and road rules, systems, intersections and main roads, low-speed manoeuvres, exercises, and mock test.
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