Welcome to BA, rowone.
I hope it will improve for you all too, especially the main crew.
I personally see us all as one team and I know that many WW and E/F crew feel as I do, that it is not your fault as crew, that Mixed Fleet has been started but that it is a shame that your terms and conditions have been set so low. Had it been just a little bit better many more current crew would have probably wanted to join and this 'them and us' situation may then have not arisen to the extent it has.
Anyway, I truly hope things will improve for you all because it is clear to see that many of you are really keen. One of the sad things for me, is that on my fleet, I will never again see any new entrants and that is sad because their enthusiasm is always good to see, and always reminds me what a great job we all have.
Take care and good luck in your new job.