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Why Join The ISM Team?
If you are reading this then you are interested in working as part of the ever growing team of Ireland’s biggest and best driving school.
A household name in learning to drive
The Irish School of Motoring began in 1961 and for 50 years has been teaching generations of people to drive. When it comes to learning to drive the Irish School Of Motoring is a household name.
Now is a better time than ever to join our team of over 150 instructors Nationwide.
The introduction by the RSA of EDT (Essential Driver Training) means all qualifying Learner-Permit holders MUST complete a MIMIMUM of 12 hours driving tuition with a qualified ADI. This development undoubtedly means more business for ISM.
ISM Driving School Franchise
Becoming an ISM franchisee provides you with the best competitive advantage in the industry; when customers think of driving lessons they usually think ISM. With the unique ISM branding you have an effective way to distinguish yourself from hundreds of other driving instructors chasing the same business as you.
Not only will you directly benefit from the ISM nationally recognised and respected brand, you will receive unparalleled administrative support from our experienced staff members, the ISM Call Centre and the state of the art ISM web site. This support network will allow you to maximise the time you spend teaching and help to increase your earning potential. In addition, you will also reap the benefits of our national advertising campaigns.
ISM & QUINN-direct
As a direct result of the introduction of EDT ISM have partnered with QUINN-Direct Insurance, and offers any of our customers booking and completing our 12 lesson package €250 BACK on their car insurance. Quinn-Direct have MASSIVE volumes of learner permit holders looking for insurance from them every day.
Benefits of an ISM Franchise
- Visibility – As an ISM Instructor you get INSTANT credibility / recognisability with our eye-catching vehicle branding.
- Advertising – As an ISM instructor you benefit from our Nationwide Premium Advertising on Google, Facebook and Golden Pages to name a few.
- Quinn-Direct also widely promote our joint offer on TV, Radio and newspapers.
- Payment – ISM accept all major credit cards, laser, ALL4ONE vouchers and we can provide the customer with Gift Vouchers in any denomination so getting payment for you is easy as 123
- Online Booking – Our customers can book lessons online 24 hours a day meaning you get more time teaching and less time on the phone or calling people back.
- Diary management – We can handle enquiries, book lessons and take payments for you from our state of the art contact centre open 6 days a week. Plus you can view your diary at any time on our online portal or Smartphone. Which all means you’re free to make more money.
Keeping track of payments – At a glance weekly statements will help you keep track of lesson fees you’ve earned, franchise fees you’ve paid and the current state of your account. - Instructor insurance – As an ISM instructor you can avail of exclusive discounts on your own insurance.
- New Cars – Our vehicle partners Opel Ireland are please to offer ISM instructors great discounts on new cars with the specialised “driving instructor pack” fitted which includes "He-Man dual controls" and air conditioning amongst other essential features.
- Rent a car with ISM – Great Value and hassle free. All our cars are fully branded and equipped with Dual Controls. Competitive weekly rates for ISM instructors. All you have to do is supply your insurance and put fuel in the car.
- Flexible terms while you get started as an instructor and fully supported by our very own ISM mechanic.

Get them the perfect gift this Christmas with an ISM Gift Vouchers. You can choose from a wide range of prices starting at just €35 and up to €500, or set your own value.