Thomas studied the Bachelor of Laws with Honours (LLB) and the Master of Law and Practice degree (MLP) which incorporates the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at the University of Huddersfield.
Following a successful career in the music industry as a professional freelance session drummer, Thomas used his initiative to advertise his skills and professional qualifications to start, build and run a profitable business that provided drum lessons and group workshops, privately and in schools, targeted at supporting young people with behavioural issues, learning difficulties and special needs.