Warm the honey with the thyme sprig in a small pan or in the microwave until just simmering around the edges. Brush the cut side of the figs with the honey and reserve the rest.
Heat a ridged griddle pan or a small non stick pan over a medium high heat. Brush with the barest amount of oil and place the figs in the pan cut side down. Heat for a couple of minutes until the figs are warmed through and caramelised. Set aside.
Toast the bread then set on plates. Put the figs on top and crumble over the cheese. Scatter over the hazelnuts and a few of the thyme leaves. Trickle on the remaining honey and eat immediately.