Rosie
At your age go where the work is - its NEVER easy to get work unless your some snob with connections.
I would look at this a s a chance to meet new folk, make new friends and learn new things.
Moving work, and your life around is always goinfg to be a risk. I know Ive taken chances all my life. It was taking a chance that took Wendy and overseas and we had a great time, yes it was tough, sensible NO but hey Im still here:)
You know I was outa work for more than a year but 3 months into my new job I got a K5 rise! and now I earn more than I ever did. Important thing is you both have to be up for it- better or worse and all that crap:d
good luck
Rich