As someone who has done exactly what you are proposing, and have been both successful and lucky (Camp Freddie's decision tree), if you feel you must have a career in aviation, I'd say go fixed wing. Much better risk vs return odds. There are many experienced unemployed helicopter pilots knocking around who can't find work. What work is it you think you will do? (Applies to the UK).
If you have the option to live and work in the US, then that might be a feasible alternative then. Bigger market, lots more options, cheaper entry costs...