Support worker stole £500 from person she was supposed to be caring for

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A care at home support worker, convicted of theft by accessing an ATM and taking £500, has been struck off by the industry regulator.Audrey Graham, from Irvine, committed the offence on May 11, 2021 and sentenced at Ayr Sheriff Court in March last year.And in the wake of her conviction the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) said Graham’s fitness to practise was “impaired” by reason of her criminal conviction.According to the SSSC Graham’s behaviour fell “well below” the standards of conduct expected of social services workers.It was also revealed that the money Graham stole belonged to an individual under her care.The SSSC said: “Social service workers are expected to uphold high standards of honesty and integrity when carrying out their duties.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.“The public expect that those employed in social services are trustworthy and reliable.“You (Graham) have been convicted of a crime which is inherently dishonest.

This falls well below the standards of conduct expected of social services workers and would cause the public to have concern about your suitability for a role in social services.”The report continues: “The money you (Graham) stole belonged to an individual in your care.

You have placed that individual at risk of emotional and financial harm.“Your actions are a serious breach of the trust placed in you.