Absolutely everything Transcendental says is entirely on the money.
Newbies, please realise now that neither Easyjet, CTC or dare I say it Balpa, are interested in making your life better or doing anything for you. A pay rise with Flexicrew is not going to happen and any permanent UK contracts, if they are offered again will be on terms and conditions woefully below those offered in the past.
Once this sentiment is well and truly locked away in that keen and eager mind of yours should you think about proceeding along this particular path.