Richard Johnson has returned to Middlesex as part of a coaching shake-up at Lord's.

The county have appointed Richard Scott as their head coach with Johnson working as his assistant, while Mark O'Neill has been confirmed as their new batting coach.

Middlesex will name a part-time specialist spin bowling and wicket-keeping coach in the near future.

Managing director of cricket Angus Fraser told the county's official website: "I'm delighted with the coaching staff that have been put in place since the end of the 2009 season.

"Many former players and current coaches spoke to me about the positions of head coach and assistant coach but, as the 2009 season progressed, it became clear to me that Richard Scott was the right man for the job.

"Most professional coaches are former batsmen but I wanted Middlesex's assistant coach to have a fast bowling pedigree.

"Having played with Richard Johnson for several years I know him extremely well and have been impressed with the way he has begun his post-playing career."