Ralph,
I left 15 years ago and have never been unemployed since. If you really want a job there's always something, even if it's s*te. At least it'll build up your experience/time. Don't lose hope and don't be scared, if you have what it takes, i.e. flexibility, self discilpine etc (which, if you're ex AAC you will have), you will be OK one way or the other.
Good Luck Mate !!
