Oli,
I am also in the same position but my situation is slightly different, I am studying A levels at present, and have no intention to go to university.
I have been working towards my PPL(H), and like you I am worried by the prospect of no job after training.
I am 'Sticking to my guns' over not going to Uni but need to know what I am going to do after the summer.
I have always wanted to work towards my commercial licence for helicopter but now this looks a dangerous path. I have realised that the fixed wing world is simialr - lots of money and no guarantee of a job at the end.
It would be interesting to know how you get on!
Rich