Opogo

9.7 out of 10
291 Ratings

About Opogo

Opogo brings together technology and expertise to help you build the career you’ve always wanted.

Our mission is to support every educator in the UK, and our platform is very well placed to help us achieve that; 

 

  • Our community is full of great education content, including over 100 courses that are available to you for free; it is a professional community for educators, a completely free, safe, inclusive, career-oriented network.
  • Our Smart-Match technology pairs you with the perfect job, quickly and easily.
  • Enjoy the freedom to work the way you want to with times built around your schedule.
  • Get daily supply job offers delivered straight to your mobile. Accept or reject, it’s your call.
  • Our live journey planner gets you to where you need to be on time; select your destination and mode of transport and we’ll give you the best route.

 

We have a clear social mission to improve the lives of everyone in education. That’s why we reinvest 50% of our profits into creating leading-edge technology designed to empower educators and schools. 

We are not just about technology; if you are looking for support and guidance during your time at Opogo, our team of dedicated and experienced account managers are on standby to offer you support.

Join us and help create positive change in education.
Jump into Opogo at https://opogo.com/ 

To start your journey with us, just download the Opogo app and begin your registration.

 

Contact Opogo

Opogo Ltd
Floor 3, 168 Shoreditch High Street
London
E1 6JE
UK

Opogo Ratings and Reviews

9.7

Overall Rating

9.7 out of 10
based on 291 Ratings

Amount of work

9.6

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9.4

Quality of schools

9.6

Personability

9.8

Honesty

9.8

Overall Service

9.8

10.0 out of 10 Chris Ellen · Reviewed on
Jenna and the team at Thames Teachers continue to provide an excellent service. Juggling two jobs I have never been short of work when I have wanted daily supply teaching, and am being paid a good daily rate compared to other agencies in London. The quality of the schools I have worked in tend to be rated 'Good' or above, and I haven't had one negative experience in the last year. I really appreciate the work that the consultants put in, and the communication channels are fantastic. Definitely worth looking at if you're after short or longer term teaching vacancies across London!
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1.1 out of 10 Nick · Reviewed on
I registered with Thames Teachers about a month ago. Since then they have given me about 1 day per week of supply work. The quality of the schools was quite bad despite being rated "outstanding" by ofsted. They promised me they had a lot of schools in my area but I didn't get a day that wasn't at least a 45 minute commute. When I asked my recruiter about this she admitted that they had no schools close by. I have stopped working for them because they will call and tell you a school is "outstanding" but there were lots of behaviour issues with the students! This has happened at almost every school that they sent me to. I find their communication in this regard to be very deceptive! They are more concerned with filling numbers than being honest about where you will be teaching. I am not sure how this agency has received such a high rating. However I did receive an email from my recruiter a couple of weeks ago urging all of their contractors to give them a 5 out of 5 rating on this web site.
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10.0 out of 10 Justin · Reviewed on
I have recently come over from South Africa. After registering with Thames Teachers, my consultant told me that I would not have to bother with registering with another agency. He was right – I have landed the perfect primary Teaching Post in Westminster which is central. The school is lovely and I couldn’t be happier. They told me that I would be paid the equivalent to permanent staff members and have delivered on that promise. I highly recommend this agency. They were are friendly, professional and pay good rates.
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10.0 out of 10 Georgia · Reviewed on
Since joining Thames teacher I have been very impressed with their service. Deon and his team have gone out of their way to find me opportunities that suit my specific personal and teaching needs. They are always willing to offer advice, provide feedback and will discuss teaching options that benefit the teacher and their career above just getting you in a school-in other words, your not just a number to them! I would highly recommend Thames teachers to anyone! Plus the highest rate of pay is an added bonus!
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10.0 out of 10 Deon Groenewald · Reviewed on
I recently came over from South Africa and walked straight into a long-term role in a London primary school on a much higher rate than other agencies quoted me. I would recommend this agency to anyone coming over to London.
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10.0 out of 10 mike s · Reviewed on
I’ve been working for Thames Teachers (AER) since January and they are always really helpful. I came over from New Zealand with the plan to travel as much as possible. I’m travelling and working as much as I possibly can and the team at Thames Teachers always keeps me busy with supply work when I’m in London. I can’t fault the service and personable approach of this agency. There are plenty agencies to choose from but I'm really happy with Thames Teachers and wouldn’t bother working for anyone else.
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9.9 out of 10 sylvia · Reviewed on
Very easy to work with and very professional--very caring and friendly service-thank you for the constant support!
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10.0 out of 10 K.O · Reviewed on
Great agency, very good rates and lots of support. They are very efficient and helpful, the best I've worked with in a long time.
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10.0 out of 10 Ruhela B · Reviewed on
This agency has helpedme find lots of workas a teaching assistant as I want to do my PGCE next year. I started working as a volunteer and then strated getting paid work after a few weeks. Amy and Tolu are my consultants and they are very nice and helpful.
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10.0 out of 10 Marcus · Reviewed on
I have been working through AER/Thames Teachers since September as a primary teacher. After doing daily supply for the first three months, i have now settled into a long term post teaching year 5. I enjoy the balance of daily and block bookings but have now decided the perks of a long term role suit my current situation. Lizzie at Thames has always looked after me and been very accommodating to my changing situation. Her advice has been really helpful. I think she is actually a primary teacher which helps as she seems to know what she is talking about.
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9.9 out of 10 P. Winger · Reviewed on
I chose to contact Thames Teachers (formerly AER) as I was unhappy with the agency that I moved to London from Canada with. After broken promises, little support and poor communication, Thames Teachers was a breath of fresh air. They responded quickly to my application and found me full-time work within days of signing up to their agency. After almost a year in the same post, I went through some difficulties and Jenna and Lizzie from Thames Teachers have been absolutely amazing. They care about me (Jenna even met me for coffee to discuss my situation! What other consultant would do that?!) and always respond to my questions/queries promptly and with compassion. I appreciate all the hard work they've done for me and I cannot recommend this agency enough. If you want personable consultants that make you feel like more than just a pound sign, definitely give these guys a call!
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10.0 out of 10 Eloise · Reviewed on
I recently came over from New Zealand through AER Teachers who found me the perfect role in an Infant School in east London, near my new place. I am very pleased with the service they provided – they delivered on all the promises they made before I came over. They are a small agency but they are friendly and honest and the rate they are paying me is a lot higher than what I was quoted by the bigger agencies in London.
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10.0 out of 10 Matt · Reviewed on
Very professional, no nonsense. Not as slipery as some of those other agencies who are ex used car salesman. Will look after you.
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10.0 out of 10 Sharon Simpson · Reviewed on
I have just arrived in London from Australia. AER Teachers had interviews lined up for me before I arrived and I've now accepted a role which starts on Monday and runs all the way up to summer! I am thrilled with my new job and cannot speak highly enough of AER Teachers, especially Deon, who was absolutely brilliant by supporting me through the difficult move. Thanks Deon and AER Teachers! Sharon xx
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10.0 out of 10 Jono Walsh · Reviewed on
I arrived in london from australia in the summer and was placed pretty much as soon as i arrived working as a specialst learning support assistant and loving it. Great team of consultants to work with and I appreciate all their advice and support. pretty good rates too.
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10.0 out of 10 Olaolu Olumide · Reviewed on
I joined AER Teachers after seeing one of their advertisements on Gumtree. I had already signed up to a number of agencies and expected to be met with the same generic, corporate service they provided. However I was greeted with the complete opposite. I was quickly invited in for an interview and had a friendly, yet professional exchange with one of their specialist support consultants. Within a few weeks, I was provided with a long term role within a Secondary School that was a perfect match for my skills and experience. Throughout the whole process Deon and Amy liaised with me and clearly communicated the progress of my registration. I am delighted that I found an agency that treated me like an individual, not simply as a number and I cannot recommend AER Teachers enough!
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10.0 out of 10 Stacy Miller · Reviewed on
An agency that responds carefully to your recruitment needs. I went for a one to one thorough consultation on a Friday and had an interview lined up for the Monday. It has led to long term career opportunities I wanted to achieve - and I had a great team behind me every step of the way. As an up and coming agency I was not sure what to expect - but I can honestly say my expectations were exceeded. Personable, professional and tailored advice, support and guidance were given from day one. A REAL gem - I would highly recommend AER teachers to anyone looking for reliable and consistent advice, support and quality in their next career move/choice.
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10.0 out of 10 Ashley · Reviewed on
AER got me supply teaching a day after my interview with them! 2 days later I got a year-long job that has now led to an amazing permanent position! Jenna, Deon, Amy, and Leanne are all really friendly, accomodating, and understanding. Highly recommend them!
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9.9 out of 10 M Pereira · Reviewed on
I have been in the UK for 5 months and I have worked with 5 agencies. AER is probably the best agency I have worked with as they are extremely professional, always give you work and place you in amazing schools that provide with exceptional experience. I have been offered jobs from the schools I have worked at and AER is always there to provide professional guidance. If you want a successful teaching career, this is the agency you should sign up with. Thank you AER you have been only been good to me.
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10.0 out of 10 RH · Reviewed on
A great agency who took the time to listen to where I was interested in working and were honest in their discussions with me. Joined in January and they found me a long term placement the following month. Brilliant result from a friendly team at AER!
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