Hi- just to add my two pence here.
If your ultimate goal is to acquire your fATPL, then why not consider an integrated course at Cabair/OAT/FTE/CTC etc. This way you'd still qualify within 2 years and be that much more "employable" with regards to your age. (im not trying to stir up another age limitation discussion here just something to bear in mind thats all).
Good luck anyways