Maginnis Connell is a passionate and motivated individual with a strong background of working with children with disabilities. While studying at university degree, Maginnis worked as a disability support worker and engaged in voluntary work organising annual holiday camps for children with disabilities. She has extensive experience working with children with a range of disabilities, including but not limited to autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual impairment and social and behavioural challenges, and with their families.

In December 2019 Maginnis graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (honours) from the University of Queensland, She has been a valued member of the Kids Play team throughout 2020 and into 2021.

While working at Kids Play, Maginnis has further developed her skills across a range of areas in order to support children and their families in developing the skills they need to complete day-to-day activities, develop social and play skills, and increase independence.