Long haul or Charter is the only way to operate out of LGW. Big airport, big hassle if operating on a daily basis. Therefore I agree with the guys who suggest, moving to another base.
Easy has always struggled to define it's product and has high staff costs compared to the Blue and Yellow one. In these tough times price is king and although some folk will pick and choose to avoid the Irish carrier. Profits still count and the crew are the easiest cost to attack.
I'm not sure what your original motivation was for a position at the pointy end? or if you came from another career beforehand. But maybe a bit of time off, do something relaxing and consider the big picture. I know many friends in similar position and part-time worked well for them.