Speaking as a flexicrew pilot at a uk base, with a sick relative mind, be careful what you wish for... I reckon easyJet, on a perm contract is a pretty good place to be.
Yes you work hard at times, 5 days of earlies then moving to late night flights next block is tough. However I agree that the perm contracts are pretty competitive, as has been mentioned, a decent basic, pension, free shares, buy and save as you earn. All benefits flexicrew are not entitled to, oh but we did get the champagne... Good job security, home most nights and from LGW a varied route network. Nothing is perfect, my advice is to just not read any of the wonderful emails we get from the hangar. You will get the same in most companies I imagine.
I hope balpa have success in their campaign, as on reasonable and fair terms and conditions I think easy would not be the worst place.